Vulnerability Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in admin/login.php in Newscoop before 3.5.5 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the f_user_name parameter.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sourcefabric | Newscoop | <= 3.5.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://dev.sourcefabric.org/browse/CS-4184
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48769Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52941
- http://www.sourcefabric.org/en/newscoop/latestrelease/1141/Newscoop-355-and-NewsPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74781
- https://www.htbridge.com/advisory/HTB23084Exploit
- http://dev.sourcefabric.org/browse/CS-4184
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48769Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52941
- http://www.sourcefabric.org/en/newscoop/latestrelease/1141/Newscoop-355-and-NewsPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74781
- https://www.htbridge.com/advisory/HTB23084Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-4679?
CVE-2012-4679 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in admin/login.php in Newscoop before 3.5.5 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the f_user_name parameter.
How severe is CVE-2012-4679?
CVE-2012-4679 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-2012-4679?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sourcefabric Newscoop.