Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Apache OpenMeetings Software
CVE-2016-2163

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Apache
Status
Openmeetings
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 April 2016

Summary

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in Apache OpenMeetings prior to version 3.1.1. This flaw permits remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML by manipulating the event description field during event creation. Exploiting this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive user data and the execution of malicious scripts within the context of the victim's browser.

References

https://www.apache.org/dist/openmeetings/3.1.1/CHANGELOG
x_refsource_CONFIRM
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/136433/Apache-OpenMe...
x_refsource_MISC
http://openmeetings.apache.org/security.html
x_refsource_CONFIRM

EPSS Score

5% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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