CVE-2016-6285: XSS
First published: Tue Jan 31 2017(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in includes/decorators/global-translations.jsp in Atlassian JIRA before 7.2.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the HTTP Host header.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Atlassian Jira | <=7.2.1 | |
| <=7.2.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/140548/Atlassian-Jira-7.1.7-Cross-Site-Scripting.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Jan/41
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95913
- https://confluence.atlassian.com/adminjira/jira-platform-releases/jira-7-2-x-platform-release-notes#JIRA7.2.xplatformreleasenotes-7-2-2
- https://jira.atlassian.com/browse/JRA-61888?src=confmacro&_ga=1.139403892.63283854.1485351777
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6285?
CVE-2016-6285 is classified as a medium-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6285?
To fix CVE-2016-6285, upgrade Atlassian JIRA to version 7.2.2 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-6285 facilitate?
CVE-2016-6285 facilitates cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks through manipulation of the HTTP Host header.
Which versions of Atlassian JIRA are affected by CVE-2016-6285?
Atlassian JIRA versions prior to 7.2.2, specifically versions up to and including 7.2.1, are affected by CVE-2016-6285.
Can CVE-2016-6285 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-6285 allows remote attackers to inject malicious scripts via the HTTP Host header.
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