CVE-2010-4567:Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Bugzilla before 3.2.10, 3.4.x before 3.4.10, 3.6.x before 3.6.4, and 4.0.x before 4.0rc2 allows remote attackers to conduct XSS attacks via the bug_file_loc field.

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Bugzilla versions before 3.2.10, 3.4.x before 3.4.10, 3.6.x before 3.6.4, and 4.0.x before 4.0rc2 are affected by a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. The issue arises from the improper handling of whitespace preceding a javascript: or data: URI in the URL field (bug_file_loc). This vulnerability could be exploited by remote attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Overview

This CVE describes a XSS vulnerability in Bugzilla versions prior to 3.2.10, 3.4.x before 3.4.10, 3.6.x before 3.6.4, and 4.0.x before 4.0rc2. The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts via the bug_file_loc field, potentially leading to XSS attacks.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to upgrade Bugzilla to version 3.2.10, 3.4.10, 3.6.4, or 4.0rc2 or later. By updating to the patched versions, the improper handling of whitespace preceding javascript: or data: URIs in the URL field is addressed, mitigating the risk of XSS attacks.

References

  1. SecurityFocus BID: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45982
  2. Bugzilla Mozilla Bug: https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=619588
  3. Secunia Advisory: http://secunia.com/advisories/43165
  4. Bugzilla Security Advisory: http://www.bugzilla.org/security/3.2.9/
  5. Fedora Advisory FEDORA-2011-0741: http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2011-February/053665.html
  6. VUPEN Advisory ADV-2011-0271: http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0271
  7. Secunia Advisory 43033: http://secunia.com/advisories/43033
  8. VUPEN Advisory ADV-2011-0207: http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0207
  9. Fedora Advisory FEDORA-2011-0755: http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2011-February/053678.html
  10. Debian Security Advisory DSA-2322: http://www.debian.org/security/2011/dsa-2322
  11. OSVDB Entry: http://osvdb.org/70699
  12. IBM X-Force Exchange Advisory: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/65004

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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