CVE-2017-7897: XSS
First published: Tue Apr 18 2017(Updated: )
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the MantisBT (2.3.x before 2.3.2) Timeline include page, used in My View (my_view_page.php) and User Information (view_user_page.php) pages, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary code (if CSP settings permit it) through crafted PATH_INFO in a URL, due to use of unsanitized $_SERVER['PHP_SELF'] to generate URLs.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt | =2.3.0 | |
| CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt | =2.3.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7897?
CVE-2017-7897 is categorized as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability which can allow attackers to inject arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7897?
To resolve CVE-2017-7897, upgrade MantisBT to version 2.3.2 or later where this vulnerability has been patched.
Which versions of MantisBT are affected by CVE-2017-7897?
CVE-2017-7897 affects MantisBT versions 2.3.0 and 2.3.1.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2017-7897 facilitate?
CVE-2017-7897 can facilitate cross-site scripting attacks, which can lead to the execution of arbitrary scripts in the context of a user's browser.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-7897?
Details about CVE-2017-7897 can be found in various security advisories and repositories that document the issue.
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