CVE-2016-6209: XSS
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Nagios.
Other sources
It was found that nagios is vulnerable to reflected XSS and phishing vector via corewindow.
Known via:
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Jun/20
— Red Hat
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6209?
CVE-2016-6209 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How does CVE-2016-6209 impact users?
CVE-2016-6209 allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the user's browser, potentially leading to information theft or phishing.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6209?
To fix CVE-2016-6209, update Nagios to the latest version where the XSS vulnerability has been patched.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2016-6209?
CVE-2016-6209 affects all versions of Nagios prior to the implementation of the security fix.
Can CVE-2016-6209 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-6209 can be exploited remotely through crafted HTTP requests targeting the Nagios core window.