CVE-2016-6519: XSS
First published: Mon Sep 12 2016(Updated: )
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.
Credit: meissner@suse.de security@opentext.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| pip/manila-ui | <2.5.1 | 2.5.1 |
| Red Hat OpenStack for IBM Power | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat OpenStack for IBM Power | =8 | |
| Red Hat OpenStack for IBM Power | =9 | |
| OpenStack Manila | <=2.5 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/openstack/manila-ui/blob/d5fe23e4ba30846acdd09fa1dc61a415016a7e26/manila_ui/dashboards/project/shares/shares/tabs.py#L49
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=1200138
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=1200138&action=edit
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2016-6519
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1376642
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1376643
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1376644
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2117.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2116.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2115.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1375147
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2115.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2116.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2117.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/09/15/7
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93001
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/manila-ui/+bug/1597738
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-6519
- https://github.com/openstack/manila-ui/commit/009913d725bee34cef0bd62e47a298025ace2696
- https://github.com/openstack/manila-ui/commit/89593686ef18f2bd06223b92071b4be2362a5abd
- https://github.com/openstack/manila-ui/commit/fca19a1b0d42536644212c5d673fbd6866e67c43
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-vq76-5ghr-9p4v (Advisory)
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.
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