CVE-2019-3923: XSS
First published: Tue Feb 12 2019(Updated: )
Nessus versions 8.2.1 and earlier were found to contain a stored XSS vulnerability due to improper validation of user-supplied input. An authenticated, remote attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability via a specially crafted request to execute arbitrary script code in a user's browser session. Tenable has released Nessus 8.2.2 to address this issue.
Credit: vulnreport@tenable.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable Nessus | <=8.2.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-3923?
CVE-2019-3923 is a stored XSS vulnerability found in Nessus versions 8.2.1 and earlier.
How does the stored XSS vulnerability in CVE-2019-3923 work?
The vulnerability occurs due to improper validation of user-supplied input, allowing an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary script code in a user's browser session.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-3923?
CVE-2019-3923 has a severity rating of medium.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-3923?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-3923 by sending a specially crafted request to the affected system.
Is there a fix or patch for CVE-2019-3923?
Yes, users should upgrade to Nessus version 8.2.2 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
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