CVE-2016-6519: XSS
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the "Shares" overview in Openstack Manila before 2.5.1 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the Metadata field in the "Create Share" form.
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The following flaw was reported in OpenStack's manila-ui:
It was discovered that the Metadata field in the "Create Share" form allows users to inject malicious HTML/JavaScript code that will be reflected in the "Shares" overview. The issue comes from a marksafe() call on the user supplied metadata.
https://github.com/openstack/manila-ui/blob/d5fe23e4ba30846acdd09fa1dc61a415016a7e26/manilaui/dashboards/project/shares/shares/tabs.py#L49
Remote, authenticated, but unprivileged users could exploit this vulnerability to escalate privileges by stealing session cookies.
— Red Hat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6519?
CVE-2016-6519 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for remote authenticated users to exploit the XSS vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6519?
To fix CVE-2016-6519, you should upgrade the OpenStack Manila UI to version 2.5.1 or later.
Which versions of OpenStack are affected by CVE-2016-6519?
CVE-2016-6519 affects OpenStack Manila versions prior to 2.5.1, as well as Red Hat OpenStack versions 7.0, 8, and 9.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-6519?
CVE-2016-6519 is classified as a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Can CVE-2016-6519 be exploited by unauthenticated users?
No, CVE-2016-6519 can only be exploited by remote authenticated users.