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CVE-2017-20191: Zimbra zm-admin-ajax Form Textbox Field Error XFormItem.js XFormItem.prototype.setError cross site scripting

First published: Sun Mar 31 2024(Updated: )

A vulnerability was found in Zimbra zm-admin-ajax up to 8.8.1. It has been classified as problematic. This affects the function XFormItem.prototype.setError of the file WebRoot/js/ajax/dwt/xforms/XFormItem.js of the component Form Textbox Field Error Handler. The manipulation of the argument message leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. Upgrading to version 8.8.2 is able to address this issue. The identifier of the patch is bb240ce0c71c01caabaa43eed30c78ba8d7d3591. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The identifier VDB-258621 was assigned to this vulnerability.

Credit: cna@vuldb.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Zimbra<=8.8.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-20191?

    CVE-2017-20191 has been classified as problematic.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-20191?

    To fix CVE-2017-20191, update Zimbra zm-admin-ajax to version 8.8.2 or later.

  • What component is affected by CVE-2017-20191?

    CVE-2017-20191 affects the XFormItem.prototype.setError function in the Form Textbox Field Error Handler.

  • Which versions of Zimbra are impacted by CVE-2017-20191?

    Zimbra zm-admin-ajax versions up to and including 8.8.1 are impacted by CVE-2017-20191.

  • Is CVE-2017-20191 a client-side or server-side vulnerability?

    CVE-2017-20191 is a client-side vulnerability affecting the web interface of Zimbra.

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