CVE-2005-2860
UnknownEPSS 1.30%
Last modified
CVE-2005-2860 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Nikto 1.35 and earlier allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the Server field in an HTTP response header, which is directly injected into an HTML report.. EPSS estimates a 1.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Nikto 1.35 and earlier allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the Server field in an HTTP response header, which is directly injected into an HTML report.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nikto | Nikto | <= 1.35 |
References
- http://seclists.org/lists/vulnwatch/2005/Jul-Sep/0032.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.cybsec.com/vuln/010905-multiple_webscanner_script_injection.pdfExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/lists/vulnwatch/2005/Jul-Sep/0032.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.cybsec.com/vuln/010905-multiple_webscanner_script_injection.pdfExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-2860?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Nikto 1.35 and earlier allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the Server field in an HTTP response header, which is directly injected into an HTML report.
How severe is CVE-2005-2860?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2860 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2860?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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