CVE-2016-7981: XSS
First published: Wed Jan 18 2017(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in valider_xml.php in SPIP 3.1.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the var_url parameter in a valider_xml action.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Spip | <=3.1.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/05/17
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/06/6
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/12/7
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93451
- https://core.spip.net/projects/spip/repository/revisions/23200
- https://core.spip.net/projects/spip/repository/revisions/23201
- https://core.spip.net/projects/spip/repository/revisions/23202
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7981?
CVE-2016-7981 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7981?
To fix CVE-2016-7981, upgrade to SPIP version 3.1.3 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-7981?
CVE-2016-7981 affects SPIP versions 3.1.2 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7981?
CVE-2016-7981 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
How can CVE-2016-7981 be exploited?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2016-7981 by injecting arbitrary web scripts or HTML through the var_url parameter.
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