CVE-2003-1203
4.3 · MEDIUMCross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in index.php for Mambo Site Server 4.0.10 allows remote attackers to execute script on other clients via the ?option parameter.
Overview
CVE-2003-1203 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting mambo mambo_site_server. It was published on March 18, 2003 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
Technical description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in index.php for Mambo Site Server 4.0.10 allows remote attackers to execute script on other clients via the ?option parameter.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from mambo. Update mambo_site_server to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected products
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References
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2003-1203?
CVE-2003-1203 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting mambo mambo_site_server. It was published on March 18, 2003 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).
How severe is CVE-2003-1203?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2003-1203?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from mambo. Update mambo_site_server to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2003-1203?
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