CVE-2017-5179: XSS
First published: Thu Jan 05 2017(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Tenable Nessus before 6.9.3 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable Nessus | <=6.9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5179?
CVE-2017-5179 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote authenticated users to exploit it.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5179?
To fix CVE-2017-5179, upgrade Tenable Nessus to version 6.9.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-5179?
CVE-2017-5179 affects all versions of Tenable Nessus prior to 6.9.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-5179?
CVE-2017-5179 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What can attackers do with CVE-2017-5179?
Attackers can inject arbitrary web script or HTML into the Tenable Nessus interface through CVE-2017-5179.
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