CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-16802: XSS

First published: Mon Nov 13 2017(Updated: )

In the sharingGroupPopulateOrganisations function in app/webroot/js/misp.js in MISP 2.4.82, there is XSS via a crafted organisation name that is manually added.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
MISP=2.4.82

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-16802?

    The severity of CVE-2017-16802 is classified as medium due to the potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-16802?

    To fix CVE-2017-16802, upgrade to MISP version 2.4.83 or later where the vulnerability is patched.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-16802?

    CVE-2017-16802 is an XSS vulnerability that allows for the execution of malicious scripts via manipulated organization names.

  • In which software is CVE-2017-16802 found?

    CVE-2017-16802 is found in MISP version 2.4.82.

  • How can CVE-2017-16802 be exploited?

    CVE-2017-16802 can be exploited by an attacker adding a specially crafted organization name, leading to XSS when viewed by users.

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