Vulnerability Description
Opera 9.52 and earlier does not block javascript: URIs in Refresh headers in HTTP responses, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via vectors related to (1) injecting a Refresh header or (2) specifying the content of a Refresh header, a related issue to CVE-2009-1312. NOTE: it was later reported that 10.00 Beta 3 Build 1699 is also affected.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opera | Opera Browser | <= 9.52 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3275/Exploit
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3386/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/504718/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/504723/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35571Exploit
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3275/Exploit
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3386/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/504718/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/504723/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35571Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-2351?
CVE-2009-2351 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Opera 9.52 and earlier does not block javascript: URIs in Refresh headers in HTTP responses, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via vectors related to (1) inje...
How severe is CVE-2009-2351?
CVE-2009-2351 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-2351?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Opera Opera Browser.