CVE-2017-3161: XSS
First published: Wed Apr 26 2017(Updated: )
The HDFS web UI in Apache Hadoop before 2.7.0 is vulnerable to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack through an unescaped query parameter.
Credit: security@apache.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Hadoop | <=2.6.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98025
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r127f75748fcabc63bc5a1bec6885753eb9b2bed803b6ed7bd46f965b@%3Cuser.hadoop.apache.org%3E
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r66de86b9a608c1da70b2d27d765c11ec88edf6e5dd6f379ab33e072a@%3Cuser.flink.apache.org%3E
- https://s.apache.org/4MQm
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r127f75748fcabc63bc5a1bec6885753eb9b2bed803b6ed7bd46f965b%40%3Cuser.hadoop.apache.org%3E
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r66de86b9a608c1da70b2d27d765c11ec88edf6e5dd6f379ab33e072a%40%3Cuser.flink.apache.org%3E
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3161?
CVE-2017-3161 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3161?
To fix CVE-2017-3161, you should upgrade Apache Hadoop to version 2.7.0 or higher.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2017-3161?
CVE-2017-3161 affects Apache Hadoop versions prior to 2.7.0, specifically up to 2.6.5.
What type of attack does CVE-2017-3161 allow?
CVE-2017-3161 allows attackers to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via unescaped query parameters.
Is CVE-2017-3161 a known vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2017-3161 is a publicly known vulnerability reported in Apache Hadoop.
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