CVE-2017-16807: XSS

Published Nov 13, 2017
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Updated

A cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Kirby Panel before 2.3.3, 2.4.x before 2.4.2, and 2.5.x before 2.5.7 exists when displaying a specially prepared SVG document that has been uploaded as a content file.

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
composer/getkirby/cms>=2.5<2.5.7
2.5.7
composer/getkirby/cms>=2.4<2.4.2
2.4.2
composer/getkirby/cms<2.3.3
2.3.3
getkirby Panel<2.3.3
getkirby Panel>=2.4.0<2.4.2
getkirby Panel>=2.5.0<2.5.7

Event History

Nov 13, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
May 14, 2022
Advisory Published
12:55 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-16807?

CVE-2017-16807 is classified as a medium-severity cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-16807?

To fix CVE-2017-16807, upgrade to Kirby Panel version 2.5.7 or later, or the appropriate patched version based on your current version.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-16807?

CVE-2017-16807 affects Kirby Panel versions before 2.3.3, 2.4.x before 2.4.2, and 2.5.x before 2.5.7.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-16807?

CVE-2017-16807 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to execute scripts in the context of the user's browser.

5

What is the cause of CVE-2017-16807?

CVE-2017-16807 occurs when specially prepared SVG documents are uploaded as content files, leading to potential XSS attacks.

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