Upload module for Drupal cross-site scripting
| drupal-uploadmodule-xss (37274) |  Medium Risk |
Description:
Drupal is vulnerable to cross-site scripting, caused by improper validation of files with .html extensions by the upload module. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to inject malicious script into a Web page which would be executed in a victim's Web browser within the security context of the hosting Web site, once the page is viewed. An attacker could use this vulnerability to steal the victim's cookie-based authentication credentials.
Platforms Affected:
- Drupal, Drupal 4.7.x prior to 4.7.8
- Drupal, Drupal 5.x prior to 5.3
Remedy:
Refer to DRUPAL-SA-2007-026 for patch, upgrade, or suggested workaround information..
Consequences:
Gain Access
References:
- DRUPAL-SA-2007-026, Drupal Core - Cross site scripting via uploads at http://drupal.org/node/184320.
- BID-26119: Drupal Prior To 4.7.8 and 5.3 Multiple Remote Vulnerabilities
- CVE-2007-5596: The core Upload module in Drupal 4.7.x before 4.7.8 and 5.x before 5.3 places the .html extension on a whitelist, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks by uploading .html files.
- FrSIRT/ADV-2007-3546: Drupal Cross Site Scripting and Information Disclosure Vulnerabilities
- SA27292: Drupal Multiple Vulnerabilities
- SA27293: vbDrupal Multiple Vulnerabilities
Reported:
Oct 17, 2007
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