CVE-2017-8629: XSS
Published Sep 13, 2017
·Updated
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Service Pack 1 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability when it fails to properly sanitize a specially crafted web request to an affected SharePoint server, aka "Microsoft SharePoint XSS Vulnerability".
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2013-sp1
Remediation
Event History
Sep 13, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8629?
CVE-2017-8629 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability that allows for elevation of privilege.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-8629?
To fix CVE-2017-8629, apply the security update provided by Microsoft for SharePoint Server 2013 Service Pack 1.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-8629?
CVE-2017-8629 affects Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Service Pack 1.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-8629?
CVE-2017-8629 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability associated with improper request sanitization.
5
Can CVE-2017-8629 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-8629 can potentially be exploited remotely through specially crafted web requests.