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CVE-2016-7419

5.4 · MEDIUM

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in share.js in the gallery application in ownCloud Server before 9.0.4 and Nextcloud Server before 9.0.52 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitr…

Published Sep 17, 2016CWE-79EPSS 1.37%

Overview

CVE-2016-7419 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2016 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.4 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.4, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in share.js in the gallery application in ownCloud Server before 9.0.4 and Nextcloud Server before 9.0.52 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted directory name.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-7419?

CVE-2016-7419 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2016 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.4 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2016-7419?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.4, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2016-7419?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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-2016-7419?

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