CVE-2016-9460: Medium severity nextcloud vulnerability
Nextcloud Server before 9.0.52 & ownCloud Server before 9.0.4 are vulnerable to a content-spoofing attack in the files app. The location bar in the files app was not verifying the passed parameters. An attacker could craft an invalid link to a fake directory structure and use this to display an attacker-controlled error message to the user.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9460?
CVE-2016-9460 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for content spoofing in the files app.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9460?
To fix CVE-2016-9460, upgrade Nextcloud Server to version 9.0.52 or later, or ownCloud Server to version 9.0.4 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-9460?
CVE-2016-9460 affects Nextcloud Server versions before 9.0.52 and ownCloud Server versions before 9.0.4.
What type of attack is CVE-2016-9460 associated with?
CVE-2016-9460 is associated with a content-spoofing attack that can manipulate display links in the files app.
Can users protect themselves from CVE-2016-9460 without an update?
Without an update, users may remain vulnerable to potential content spoofing attacks and should upgrade as soon as possible.