CVE-2019-16725: XSS
First published: Tue Sep 24 2019(Updated: )
In Joomla! 3.x before 3.9.12, inadequate escaping allowed XSS attacks using the logo parameter of the default templates.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| composer/joomla/joomla-cms | >=3.0.0<3.9.12 | 3.9.12 |
| Joomla | >=3.0.0<3.9.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-16725?
CVE-2019-16725 is categorized as a medium severity vulnerability due to its exploitation potential for XSS attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16725?
To fix CVE-2019-16725, upgrade Joomla! to version 3.9.12 or later.
Which versions of Joomla! are affected by CVE-2019-16725?
Joomla! versions from 3.0.0 to 3.9.11 are affected by CVE-2019-16725.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-16725?
CVE-2019-16725 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2019-16725?
The impact of CVE-2019-16725 includes the possibility for an attacker to inject malicious scripts via the logo parameter.
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