CVE-2018-9999: XSS
Published Apr 18, 2018
·Updated
In Zulip Server versions before 1.7.2, there was an XSS issue with user uploads and the (default) LOCALUPLOADSDIR storage backend.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Zulip Server<1.7.2
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
zulip/zulip-serverto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.7.2
Event History
Apr 18, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:29 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2018-9999?
CVE-2018-9999 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Zulip Server versions before 1.7.2.
2
How severe is CVE-2018-9999?
CVE-2018-9999 has a severity score of 5.4, which is considered medium.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2018-9999?
Zulip Server versions up to but not including 1.7.2 are affected by CVE-2018-9999.
4
What is the CWE category of CVE-2018-9999?
CVE-2018-9999 is categorized under CWE-79, which is Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).
5
Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-9999?
Yes, Zulip Server version 1.7.2 or later includes a fix for CVE-2018-9999. It is recommended to upgrade to this version or a newer one.