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CVE-2004-1158

7.5 · HIGH

Konqueror 3.x up to 3.2.2-6, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to spoof arbitrary web sites by injecting content from one window into a target window or tab whose name is known b…

Published Jan 10, 2005kdeEPSS 2.72%

Overview

CVE-2004-1158 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting kde konqueror. It was published on January 10, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Konqueror 3.x up to 3.2.2-6, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to spoof arbitrary web sites by injecting content from one window into a target window or tab whose name is known but resides in a different domain, as demonstrated using a pop-up window on a trusted web site, aka the "window injection" vulnerability.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from kde. Update konqueror 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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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1158?

CVE-2004-1158 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting kde konqueror. It was published on January 10, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2004-1158?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2004-1158?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from kde. Update konqueror 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-2004-1158?

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