JVN#72586781
ASP.NET vulnerable to cross-site scripting
Overview
ASP.NET contains a cross-site scripting vulnerability.
Products Affected
- ASP.NET Framework 2.0 Service Pack 1 and earlier
Description
ASP.NET contains an issue in the escape processes for string output. Web applications that use ASP.NET may contain a cross-site scripting vulnerability.
Impact
An arbitrary script may be executed on the user's web browser.
Solution
Update the software
Update to the latest version according to the information provided by the developer.
References
JPCERT/CC Addendum
This JVN publication was delayed to 2011/06/15 after the developer fix was developed. From the fiscal year 2011, JPCERT/CC is using a new vendor coordination procedure. This new procedure came from the recommendation of the fiscal year 2010 "Study Group on Information System Vulnerability Handling" aimed at more timely JVN publications.
Vulnerability Analysis by JPCERT/CC
Analyzed on 2011.06.15
| 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
Masato Anzai of Mitsui Bussan Secure Directions, Inc. reported this vulnerability to IPA.
JPCERT/CC coordinated with the developer under Information Security Early Warning Partnership.
Other Information
| JPCERT Alert | |
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| CERT Advisory |
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| CPNI Advisory |
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| TRnotes |
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| CVE |
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| JVN iPedia |
JVNDB-2011-000039 |
Update History
- 2011/06/15
- Information under the section "Credit" was added.