CVE-2006-1040
UnknownEPSS 2.54%
Last modified
CVE-2006-1040 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in vBulletin 3.0.12 and 3.5.3 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the email field, which is injected in profile.php but not sanitized in sendmsg.php.. EPSS estimates a 2.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in vBulletin 3.0.12 and 3.5.3 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the email field, which is injected in profile.php but not sanitized in sendmsg.php.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jelsoft | Vbulletin | 3.0.12 |
| Jelsoft | Vbulletin | 3.5.3 |
References
- http://www.kapda.ir/advisory-266.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kapda.ir/advisory-266.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-1040?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in vBulletin 3.0.12 and 3.5.3 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the email field, which is injected in profile.php but not sanitized in sendmsg.php.
How severe is CVE-2006-1040?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-1040 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1040?
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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