CVE-2019-6263: 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 Text Filter 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-2019-6263?

CVE-2019-6263 has been rated with a medium severity level due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-6263?

To fix CVE-2019-6263, update to Joomla! version 3.9.2 or later as this release contains the necessary security patches.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2019-6263?

CVE-2019-6263 affects Joomla! versions prior to 3.9.2 and is applicable to any system running these versions.

4

What is stored XSS in the context of CVE-2019-6263?

Stored XSS in CVE-2019-6263 refers to an attack where malicious scripts are injected and saved to be executed later when users access affected content.

5

Who should be concerned about CVE-2019-6263?

Site administrators and users of Joomla! versions before 3.9.2 should be concerned about CVE-2019-6263 due to its potential exploitation.

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