Vulnerability Description
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the AboutMe plugin 1.1.1 for Vanilla Forums allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) AboutMe/RealName, (2) AboutMe/Name, (3) AboutMe/Quote, (4) AboutMe/Loc, (5) AboutMe/Emp, (6) AboutMe/JobTit, (7) AboutMe/HS, (8) AboutMe/Col, (9) AboutMe/Bio, (10) AboutMe/Inter, (11) AboutMe/Mus, (12) AboutMe/Gam, (13) AboutMe/Mov, (14) AboutMe/FTV, or (15) AboutMe/Bks parameter to the Edit My Details page. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zodiacdm | Aboutme-Plugin | 1.1.1 |
| Vanillaforums | Vanilla | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49207Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18911Exploit
- http://www.henryhoggard.co.uk/security/183/Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53631
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49207Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18911Exploit
- http://www.henryhoggard.co.uk/security/183/Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53631
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-6557?
CVE-2012-6557 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the AboutMe plugin 1.1.1 for Vanilla Forums allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) AboutMe/RealName, (2) About...
How severe is CVE-2012-6557?
CVE-2012-6557 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-2012-6557?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Zodiacdm Aboutme-Plugin, Vanillaforums Vanilla.