CVE-2019-8278: XSS

Published Mar 2, 2019
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Updated

Stored XSS in Invision Power Board versions 3.3.1 - 3.4.8 leads to Remote Code Execution.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Invisioncommunity Invision Power Board>=3.3.1<=3.4.8

Event History

Mar 2, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-8278?

CVE-2019-8278 is a vulnerability that allows for stored XSS in Invision Power Board versions 3.3.1 - 3.4.8, which can lead to Remote Code Execution.

2

How severe is CVE-2019-8278?

CVE-2019-8278 has a severity score of 6.1, which is classified as medium.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-8278?

CVE-2019-8278 affects Invision Power Board versions 3.3.1 - 3.4.8.

4

How can CVE-2019-8278 be exploited?

CVE-2019-8278 can be exploited through stored XSS, which allows an attacker to execute remote code on the affected system.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2019-8278?

To fix CVE-2019-8278, it is recommended to update Invision Power Board to a version beyond 3.4.8, which addresses the vulnerability.

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