CVE-2006-5442
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CVE-2006-5442 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ViewVC 1.0.2 and earlier does not specify a charset in its HTTP headers or HTML documents, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks that inject arbitrary UTF-7 encoded JavaScript code via a view.. EPSS estimates a 1.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
ViewVC 1.0.2 and earlier does not specify a charset in its HTTP headers or HTML documents, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks that inject arbitrary UTF-7 encoded JavaScript code via a view.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Viewvc | Viewvc | <= 1.0.2 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22395Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22395Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-5442?
ViewVC 1.0.2 and earlier does not specify a charset in its HTTP headers or HTML documents, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks that inject arbitrary UTF-7 encoded JavaScript code via a view.
How severe is CVE-2006-5442?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-5442 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5442?
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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