Vulnerability Description
In Apache Brooklyn before 0.10.0, the REST server is vulnerable to cross-site scripting where one authenticated user can cause scripts to run in the browser of another user authorized to access the first user's resources. This is due to improper escaping of server-side content. There is known to be a proof-of-concept exploit using this vulnerability.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Brooklyn | <= 0.9.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96228Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://brooklyn.apache.org/community/security/CVE-2017-3165.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/5aa6b7583edbfc1f5653607003204326d9e27ef65e8
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96228Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://brooklyn.apache.org/community/security/CVE-2017-3165.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/5aa6b7583edbfc1f5653607003204326d9e27ef65e8
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-3165?
CVE-2017-3165 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). In Apache Brooklyn before 0.10.0, the REST server is vulnerable to cross-site scripting where one authenticated user can cause scripts to run in the browser of another user authorized to access the fi...
How severe is CVE-2017-3165?
CVE-2017-3165 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-3165?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Brooklyn.