CVE-2021-39249: XSS

Published Aug 17, 2021
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Updated

Invision Community (aka IPS Community Suite or IP-Board) before 4.6.5.1 allows reflected XSS because the filenames of uploaded files become predictable through a brute-force attack against the PHP mtrand function.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Invisioncommunity Invision Power Board<4.6.5.1

Event History

Aug 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:02 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-39249?

CVE-2021-39249 is a vulnerability in Invision Community (aka IPS Community Suite or IP-Board) before version 4.6.5.1 that allows for reflected XSS attacks.

2

How does CVE-2021-39249 occur?

CVE-2021-39249 occurs when the filenames of uploaded files in Invision Community become predictable through a brute-force attack against the PHP mt_rand function.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-39249?

CVE-2021-39249 has a severity level of medium (6.1).

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-39249?

To fix CVE-2021-39249, update Invision Community to version 4.6.5.1 or higher.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2021-39249?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2021-39249 at the following references: [Link1](https://invisioncommunity.com/release-notes/4651-r102/), [Link2](https://ssd-disclosure.com/ssd-advisory-ip-board-stored-xss-to-rce-chain/).

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