CVE-2016-9406: XSS
First published: Tue Jan 31 2017(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the User control panel in MyBB (aka MyBulletinBoard) before 1.8.7 and MyBB Merge System before 1.8.7 might allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MyBB | <=1.8.6 | |
| MyBB | <=1.8.6 | |
| <=1.8.6 | ||
| <=1.8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9406?
CVE-2016-9406 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9406?
To fix CVE-2016-9406, upgrade MyBB and MyBB Merge System to version 1.8.7 or later.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-9406?
CVE-2016-9406 can be exploited to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing attackers to inject scripts into web pages.
Which versions of MyBB are affected by CVE-2016-9406?
MyBB versions before 1.8.7, including 1.8.6 and earlier, are affected by CVE-2016-9406.
What component of MyBB does CVE-2016-9406 affect?
CVE-2016-9406 affects the User control panel component of MyBB and the MyBB Merge System.
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