CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2019-0557: XSS

First published: Tue Jan 08 2019(Updated: )

A cross-site-scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists when Microsoft SharePoint Server does not properly sanitize a specially crafted web request to an affected SharePoint server, aka "Microsoft Office SharePoint XSS Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft SharePoint. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-0556, CVE-2019-0558.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010=2016
=2016

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-0557?

    CVE-2019-0557 has a severity rating of High, indicating a significant security risk to affected systems.

  • How do I fix CVE-2019-0557?

    To fix CVE-2019-0557, apply the security update provided by Microsoft for the affected version of SharePoint Server.

  • What does CVE-2019-0557 affect?

    CVE-2019-0557 affects Microsoft SharePoint Server 2016 and may allow attackers to execute scripts in a user's browser.

  • Is CVE-2019-0557 a common vulnerability?

    Yes, CVE-2019-0557 is a recognized cross-site scripting vulnerability that is identified by its unique CVE ID.

  • Can CVE-2019-0557 lead to data theft?

    Yes, exploitation of CVE-2019-0557 could potentially allow attackers to steal sensitive information from users if successfully executed.

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