CVE-2016-6319: XSS
First published: Wed Aug 10 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in app/helpers/form_helper.rb in Foreman before 1.12.2, as used by Remote Execution and possibly other plugins, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the label parameter.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foreman | <=1.12.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://projects.theforeman.org/issues/16019
- http://projects.theforeman.org/issues/16024
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92429
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:0336
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1365815
- https://github.com/theforeman/foreman/commit/0f35fe14acf0d0d3b55e9337bc5e2b9640ff2372
- https://theforeman.org/security.html#2016-6319
- https://github.com/theforeman/foreman/pull/3715/commits/4b63d2c7cdad76ed2bf96d9f8dff7e0c5cdabda6
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6319?
CVE-2016-6319 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability due to its potential for Cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6319?
To fix CVE-2016-6319, upgrade Foreman to version 1.12.2 or later.
Who disclosed CVE-2016-6319?
CVE-2016-6319 was reported by Marek Hulán of Red Hat.
What components are affected by CVE-2016-6319?
CVE-2016-6319 affects Foreman versions prior to 1.12.2, specifically impacting app/helpers/form_helper.rb.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-6319?
CVE-2016-6319 is a Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
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