CVE-2016-5761: XSS
First published: Thu Apr 20 2017(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Novell GroupWise before 2014 R2 Service Pack 1 Hot Patch 1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted email.
Credit: meissner@suse.de
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Micro Focus GroupWise | <=2012 | |
| Micro Focus GroupWise | =2014 | |
| Micro Focus GroupWise | =2014-r2 | |
| Micro Focus GroupWise | =2014-sp1 | |
| Micro Focus GroupWise | =2014-sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138503/Micro-Focus-GroupWise-Cross-Site-Scripting-Overflows.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Aug/123
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539296/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92645
- https://www.novell.com/support/kb/doc.php?id=7017974
- https://www.sec-consult.com/fxdata/seccons/prod/temedia/advisories_txt/20160825-0_Micro_Focus_GroupWise_Multiple_vulnerabilities_v10.txt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5761?
CVE-2016-5761 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5761?
To fix CVE-2016-5761, you should upgrade to Novell GroupWise 2014 R2 Service Pack 1 Hot Patch 1 or later versions.
What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-5761?
CVE-2016-5761 can be exploited by remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML through crafted emails.
What versions of Novell GroupWise are affected by CVE-2016-5761?
CVE-2016-5761 affects Novell GroupWise versions prior to 2014 R2 Service Pack 1 Hot Patch 1, including versions up to 2012.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2016-5761?
Exploitation of CVE-2016-5761 typically requires the user to open a crafted email, enabling the attack.
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