CVE-2016-3971

Name: CVE-2016-3971
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-04-18T15:59:03.11+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.66%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-3971 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in lucene_search.jsp in dotCMS before 3.5.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the query parameter to c/portal/layout.. EPSS estimates a 0.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in lucene_search.jsp in dotCMS before 3.5.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the query parameter to c/portal/layout.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.66%

46.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Dotcms	Dotcms	<= 3.5

References

http://dotcms.com/security/SI-33Vendor Advisory
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Apr/37Exploit
http://dotcms.com/security/SI-33Vendor Advisory
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Apr/37Exploit

Timeline

Published: Apr 18, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-3971?

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in lucene_search.jsp in dotCMS before 3.5.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the query parameter to c/portal/layout.

How severe is CVE-2016-3971?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3971 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-3971?

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-2016-3971?

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Source: NVD / NIST