Stored Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Apache Ranger
CVE-2016-8751

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache
Status
Apache Ranger
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 June 2017

What is CVE-2016-8751?

Apache Ranger versions prior to 0.6.3 are susceptible to a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. This flaw allows admin users to input and store arbitrary JavaScript within custom policy conditions. When regular users log in and interact with the policies, the injected script could execute, potentially compromising user sessions and sensitive information. Addressing this issue is crucial to ensuring the security and integrity of the application.

Affected Version(s)

Apache Ranger 0.5.x

Apache Ranger 0.6.0 - 0.6.2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99067
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
https://cwiki.apache.org/confluence/display/RANGER/Vulner...
x_refsource_CONFIRM

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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