CVE-2019-16958: XSS
Published Dec 1, 2020
·Updated
Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in SolarWinds Web Help Desk 12.7.0 allows attacker to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via Location Name.
Affected Software
1 affected component
SolarWinds Help Desk=12.7.0
Event History
Dec 1, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:57 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2019-16958?
CVE-2019-16958 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via cross-site scripting.
2
How do I fix CVE-2019-16958?
To fix CVE-2019-16958, update to the latest version of SolarWinds Web Help Desk that addresses this XSS vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2019-16958?
CVE-2019-16958 specifically affects SolarWinds Web Help Desk version 12.7.0.
4
What type of attack can be executed through CVE-2019-16958?
CVE-2019-16958 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML through cross-site scripting in the Location Name field.
5
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2019-16958?
No, CVE-2019-16958 can be exploited without authentication, making it a significant risk to users.