CVE-2016-9681: XSS

Published Dec 25, 2016
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Updated

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Serendipity before 2.0.5 allow remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a category or directory name.

Affected Software

1 affected component
S9Y serendipity<=2.0.4

Event History

Dec 25, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-9681?

CVE-2016-9681 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-9681?

To fix CVE-2016-9681, upgrade Serendipity to version 2.0.5 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2016-9681?

CVE-2016-9681 affects all Serendipity installations prior to version 2.0.5.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-9681?

CVE-2016-9681 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2016-9681 be exploited by unauthenticated users?

No, CVE-2016-9681 requires remote authenticated users to exploit the vulnerability.

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