Vulnerability Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Upload/search.php in MyBB 1.6.12 and earlier allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the keywords parameter in a do_search action, which is not properly handled in a forced SQL error message.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mybb | Mybb | <= 1.6.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osandamalith.wordpress.com/2014/02/02/mybb-1-6-12-post-xss-0day/Exploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/125038/MyBB-1.6.12-POST-Cross-Site-ScriptinExploit
- http://osandamalith.wordpress.com/2014/02/02/mybb-1-6-12-post-xss-0day/Exploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/125038/MyBB-1.6.12-POST-Cross-Site-ScriptinExploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-1840?
CVE-2014-1840 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Upload/search.php in MyBB 1.6.12 and earlier allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the keywords parameter in a do_search action...
How severe is CVE-2014-1840?
CVE-2014-1840 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-2014-1840?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mybb Mybb.