CVE-2019-1033: Microsoft Office SharePoint XSS Vulnerability
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 CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-1031, CVE-2019-1032, CVE-2019-1036.
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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. An authenticated attacker could exploit the vulnerability by sending a specially crafted request to an affected SharePoint server. The attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could then perform cross-site scripting attacks on affected systems and run script in the security context of the current user. The attacks could allow the attacker to read content that the attacker is not authorized to read, use the victim's identity to take actions on the SharePoint site on behalf of the user, such as change permissions and delete content, and inject malicious content in the browser of the user. The security update addresses the vulnerability by helping to ensure that SharePoint Server properly sanitizes web requests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-1033?
CVE-2019-1033 has a severity rating of 'Important' according to Microsoft.
What versions of Microsoft software are affected by CVE-2019-1033?
CVE-2019-1033 affects Microsoft Project Server 2010 SP2, SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016, SharePoint Foundation 2013 SP1, and SharePoint Server 2019.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1033?
To fix CVE-2019-1033, apply the latest security patch provided by Microsoft for the affected software.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-1033?
CVE-2019-1033 is identified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2019-1033?
Exploiting CVE-2019-1033 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the victim's browser.