CVE-2017-15809: XSS

Published Oct 23, 2017
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Updated

In phpMyFaq before 2.9.9, there is XSS in admin/tags.main.php via a crafted tag.

Affected Software

1 affected component
PhpMyFaq phpmyfaq<=2.9.8

Event History

Oct 23, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-15809?

CVE-2017-15809 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-15809?

To fix CVE-2017-15809, upgrade phpMyFaq to version 2.9.9 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-15809?

CVE-2017-15809 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in phpMyFaq.

4

Which versions of phpMyFaq are affected by CVE-2017-15809?

CVE-2017-15809 affects phpMyFaq versions prior to 2.9.9.

5

Is CVE-2017-15809 easy to exploit?

CVE-2017-15809 can be easily exploited by an attacker through crafted tags in the admin interface.

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