CVE-2017-6958: XSS
Published Mar 17, 2017
·Updated
An XSS vulnerability in the MantisBT Source Integration Plugin (before 2.0.2) search result page allows an attacker to inject arbitrary HTML or JavaScript (if MantisBT's CSP settings permit it) by crafting any valid parameter.
Affected Software
1 affected component
MantisBT Source Integration Mantisbt<=2.0.1
Remediation
Event History
Mar 17, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:55 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:59 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6958?
CVE-2017-6958 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-6958?
To fix CVE-2017-6958, upgrade the MantisBT Source Integration Plugin to version 2.0.2 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-6958?
CVE-2017-6958 is an XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) vulnerability.
4
What versions of MantisBT are affected by CVE-2017-6958?
MantisBT versions prior to 2.0.2 are affected by CVE-2017-6958.
5
Can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-6958 remotely?
Yes, an attacker can exploit CVE-2017-6958 remotely by crafting a suitable search parameter.