CVE-2016-9457: XSS
First published: Tue Mar 28 2017(Updated: )
Revive Adserver before 3.2.3 suffers from Reflected XSS. `www/admin/stats.php` is vulnerable to reflected XSS attacks via multiple parameters that are not properly sanitised or escaped when displayed, such as setPerPage, pageId, bannerid, period_start, period_end, and possibly others.
Credit: support@hackerone.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Revive Adserver | <=3.2.2 |
Remedy
https://github.com/revive-adserver/revive-adserver/commit/ecbe822b48ef4ff61c2c6357c0c94199a81946f4
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9457?
CVE-2016-9457 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for reflected XSS attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9457?
To fix CVE-2016-9457, upgrade to Revive Adserver version 3.2.3 or later where the vulnerability is patched.
What versions of Revive Adserver are affected by CVE-2016-9457?
Revive Adserver versions prior to 3.2.3, including 3.2.2 and earlier, are affected by CVE-2016-9457.
What parameters are involved in CVE-2016-9457?
CVE-2016-9457 involves multiple parameters, including setPerPage, pageId, bannerid, period_start, and period_end that are improperly sanitized.
Can CVE-2016-9457 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-9457 can be exploited remotely through reflected XSS attacks by sending crafted requests to the vulnerable application.
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