CVE-2019-6262: XSS

Published Jan 16, 2019
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.2. Inadequate checks of the Global Configuration helpurl settings allowed stored XSS.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Joomla Joomla\!>=2.5.0<3.9.2

Event History

Jan 16, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:29 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-6262?

CVE-2019-6262 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-6262?

To fix CVE-2019-6262, update your Joomla! installation to version 3.9.2 or later.

3

What causes CVE-2019-6262?

CVE-2019-6262 is caused by inadequate validation of the Global Configuration helpurl settings in Joomla! prior to version 3.9.2.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2019-6262?

CVE-2019-6262 affects all Joomla! versions from 2.5.0 up to, but not including, 3.9.2.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-6262?

CVE-2019-6262 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

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