CVE-2019-9711: XSS
Published Mar 12, 2019
·Updated
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.4. The itemtitle layout in edit views lacks escaping, leading to XSS.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Joomla Joomla\!>=3.0.0<3.9.4
Event History
Mar 12, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2019-9711?
The severity of CVE-2019-9711 is classified as medium due to its potential for XSS attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2019-9711?
To fix CVE-2019-9711, upgrade Joomla! to version 3.9.4 or later to ensure proper escaping in item_title layouts.
3
Which versions of Joomla! are affected by CVE-2019-9711?
CVE-2019-9711 affects all Joomla! versions prior to 3.9.4.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-9711?
CVE-2019-9711 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that arises from insufficient input sanitization.
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What impact does CVE-2019-9711 have on Joomla! users?
CVE-2019-9711 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the affected user, compromising user data.