CVE-2008-5995
UnknownEPSS 1.06%
Last modified
CVE-2008-5995 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the freeCap CAPTCHA (sr_freecap) extension before 1.0.4 for TYPO3 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 1.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the freeCap CAPTCHA (sr_freecap) extension before 1.0.4 for TYPO3 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Typo3 | Freecap Captcha Extension | <= 1.0.3 |
| Typo3 | Freecap Captcha Extension | 1.0.0 |
| Typo3 | Freecap Captcha Extension | 1.0.1 |
| Typo3 | Freecap Captcha Extension | 1.0.2 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31946Vendor Advisory
- http://typo3.org/teams/security/security-bulletins/typo3-20080924-2/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31946Vendor Advisory
- http://typo3.org/teams/security/security-bulletins/typo3-20080924-2/Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-5995?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the freeCap CAPTCHA (sr_freecap) extension before 1.0.4 for TYPO3 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2008-5995?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5995 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5995?
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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