CVE-2017-16833
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.81%
Last modified
CVE-2017-16833 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Gemirro before 0.16.0 allows attackers to inject arbitrary web script via a crafted javascript: URL in the "homepage" value of a ".gemspec" file.. EPSS estimates a 0.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Gemirro before 0.16.0 allows attackers to inject arbitrary web script via a crafted javascript: URL in the "homepage" value of a ".gemspec" file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gemirro Project | Gemirro | < 0.16.0 |
References
- https://github.com/PierreRambaud/gemirro/commit/9659f9b7ce15a723da8e361bd41b9203b19c97dePatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/PierreRambaud/gemirro/commit/9659f9b7ce15a723da8e361bd41b9203b19c97dePatch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-16833?
Stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Gemirro before 0.16.0 allows attackers to inject arbitrary web script via a crafted javascript: URL in the "homepage" value of a ".gemspec" file.
How severe is CVE-2017-16833?
CVE-2017-16833 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16833?
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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