CVE-2018-16234

Name: CVE-2018-16234
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-08-30T22:29:00.487+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.85%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-16234 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. MorningStar WhatWeb 0.4.9 has XSS via JSON report files.. EPSS estimates a 0.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

MorningStar WhatWeb 0.4.9 has XSS via JSON report files.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.85%

53.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Morningstarsecurity	Whatweb	0.4.9

References

https://github.com/urbanadventurer/WhatWeb/issues/261Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/urbanadventurer/WhatWeb/issues/261Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 30, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-16234?

MorningStar WhatWeb 0.4.9 has XSS via JSON report files.

How severe is CVE-2018-16234?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-16234 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-16234?

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-2018-16234?

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Source: NVD / NIST