CVE-2017-20188: Zimbra zm-ajax XFormItem.js XFormItem.prototype.setError cross site scripting

Published Jan 2, 2024
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Updated

A vulnerability has been found in Zimbra zm-ajax up to 8.8.1 and classified as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the function XFormItem.prototype.setError of the file WebRoot/js/ajax/dwt/xforms/XFormItem.js. The manipulation of the argument message leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be launched remotely. The complexity of an attack is rather high. The exploitation appears to be difficult. Upgrading to version 8.8.2 is able to address this issue. The identifier of the patch is 8d039d6efe80780adc40c6f670c06d21de272105. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The identifier VDB-249421 was assigned to this vulnerability.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Zimbra zm-ajax<8.8.2

Event History

Jan 2, 2024
CVE Published
02:31 PM
Data Sourced
02:31 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-20188?

CVE-2017-20188 has been classified as a problematic vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-20188?

To fix CVE-2017-20188, upgrade Zimbra zm-ajax to version 8.8.2 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-20188?

CVE-2017-20188 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

4

Which version of Zimbra zm-ajax is affected by CVE-2017-20188?

Zimbra zm-ajax versions up to 8.8.1 are affected by CVE-2017-20188.

5

What component is involved in CVE-2017-20188?

CVE-2017-20188 involves the function XFormItem.prototype.setError in the XFormItem.js file.

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