CVE-2008-6879

Name: CVE-2008-6879
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-07-30T19:30:00.203+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.01%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-6879 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Apache Roller 2.3, 3.0, 3.1, and 4.0 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the q parameter in a search action.. EPSS estimates a 5.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Apache Roller 2.3, 3.0, 3.1, and 4.0 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the q parameter in a search action.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.01%

91.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apache	Roller	2.3
Apache	Roller	3.0
Apache	Roller	3.1
Apache	Roller	4.0

References

http://issues.apache.org/roller/browse/ROL-1766Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://osvdb.org/51151
http://secunia.com/advisories/31523Vendor Advisory
http://svn.apache.org/viewvc?view=rev&revision=668737Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33110Patch
http://issues.apache.org/roller/browse/ROL-1766Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://osvdb.org/51151
http://secunia.com/advisories/31523Vendor Advisory
http://svn.apache.org/viewvc?view=rev&revision=668737Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33110Patch

Timeline

Published: Jul 30, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-6879?

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Apache Roller 2.3, 3.0, 3.1, and 4.0 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the q parameter in a search action.

How severe is CVE-2008-6879?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-6879 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-6879?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2008-6879?

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Source: NVD / NIST