CVE-2017-7320: XSS

Published Mar 30, 2017
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Updated

setup/controllers/language.php in MODX Revolution 2.5.4-pl and earlier does not properly constrain the language parameter, which allows remote attackers to conduct Cookie-Bombing attacks and cause a denial of service (cookie quota exhaustion), or conduct HTTP Response Splitting attacks with resultant XSS, via an invalid parameter value.

Affected Software

1 affected component
MODx MODX Revolution<=2.5.4

Event History

Mar 30, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7320?

The severity of CVE-2017-7320 is considered to be medium, primarily due to its potential to enable denial-of-service attacks or HTTP response splitting.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-7320?

To fix CVE-2017-7320, upgrade to MODX Revolution version 2.5.5 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2017-7320 facilitate?

CVE-2017-7320 can facilitate Cookie-Bombing attacks leading to denial of service and HTTP Response Splitting attacks.

4

Is CVE-2017-7320 present in all versions of MODX Revolution?

CVE-2017-7320 affects MODX Revolution version 2.5.4-pl and earlier versions.

5

What impact does CVE-2017-7320 have on web applications?

The impact of CVE-2017-7320 on web applications includes potential cookie quota exhaustion and vulnerabilities to response splitting.

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