Published:2014/02/07 Last Updated:2014/02/07
JVN#30050348
phpMyFAQ vulnerable to cross-site scripting
Overview
phpMyFAQ contains a cross-site scripting vulnerability.
Products Affected
- phpMyFAQ versions 2.8.5 and earlier
Description
phpMyFAQ is an open source FAQ software. phpMyFAQ contains a cross-site scripting vulnerability.
Impact
An arbitrary script may be executed on the user's Internet Explorer when using an older version of the browser.
Solution
Apply an Update
Apply the appropriate update for the version of the software being used.
Vendor Status
| Vendor | Link |
| phpMyFAQ | Security Advisory -- phpMyFAQ vulnerable to XSS and CSRF |
References
JPCERT/CC Addendum
Vulnerability Analysis by JPCERT/CC
Analyzed on 2014.02.07
| Measures | Conditions | Severity |
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| Access Required | can be attacked over the Internet using packets |
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| Authentication | anonymous or no authentication (IP addresses do not count) |
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| User Interaction Required | the user must be convinced to take a standard action that does not feel harmful to most users, such as click on a link or view a file |
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| Exploit Complexity | the user must be convinced to take a difficult or suspicious action. If the honest user must have elevated privileges, they are likely to be more suspiciouse |
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Credit
Other Information
| JPCERT Alert |
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| JPCERT Reports |
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| CERT Advisory |
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| CPNI Advisory |
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| TRnotes |
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| CVE |
CVE-2014-0814 |
| JVN iPedia |
JVNDB-2014-000015 |