CVE-2019-10016: XSS
Published Mar 25, 2019
·Updated
GForge Advanced Server 6.4.4 allows XSS via the commonsearch.php words parameter, as demonstrated by a snippet/search/?words= substring.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Gforge Advanced Server=6.4.4
Event History
Mar 25, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:59 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:59 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2019-10016?
CVE-2019-10016 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through cross-site scripting.
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How do I fix CVE-2019-10016?
To mitigate CVE-2019-10016, it is recommended to upgrade GForge Advanced Server to a version that addresses the XSS vulnerability.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-10016?
CVE-2019-10016 is an XSS (cross-site scripting) vulnerability affecting GForge Advanced Server.
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What is affected by CVE-2019-10016?
CVE-2019-10016 affects GForge Advanced Server version 6.4.4.
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What can an attacker do with CVE-2019-10016?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-10016 to execute arbitrary JavaScript in a user's browser, potentially leading to session hijacking or data theft.