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The vulnerability in the contacts feature of XPhone UC Web and the web frontend for XPhone Virtual Directory in C4B XPhone Unified Communications (UC) 2011 Web 4.1.890S R1 allows malicious actors to execute arbitrary web script or HTML by injecting it via the company name field. This could potentially lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or other malicious activities on the affected system.
Overview
This CVE describes a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in specific components of C4B XPhone Unified Communications (UC) 2011 Web 4.1.890S R1, namely XPhone UC Web and the web frontend for XPhone Virtual Directory. The vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject malicious web script or HTML code via the company name field, potentially leading to various security risks.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the following measures:
- Update to a patched version: Check with the vendor for any available patches or updates that address this XSS vulnerability.
- Input validation: Implement strict input validation mechanisms to sanitize user inputs and prevent the execution of malicious scripts.
- Security best practices: Follow secure coding practices and guidelines to mitigate XSS vulnerabilities in web applications.
- Regular security assessments: Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address any security weaknesses in the application.
References
- SecurityFocus BID: CVE-2012-4259
- Secunia Advisory: CVE-2012-4259
- Bugtraq Advisory: CVE-2012-4259
- IBM X-Force Vulnerability Report: CVE-2012-4259
- OSVDB: CVE-2012-4259
- Exploit-DB: CVE-2012-4259
- Additional Advisory: CVE-2012-4259
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis 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.
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.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
