CVE-2000-1053 Cross-site scripting in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published 29 Nov 2000 Updated 8 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary JSP code via cross-site scripting in Allaire JRun, leading to full server compromise.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2000-1053?

CVE-2000-1053 is a critical cross-site scripting vulnerability in n/a, published on 29 Nov 2000. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Allaire JRun 2.3.3 server allows remote attackers to compile and execute JSP code by inserting it via a cross-site scripting (CSS) attack and directly calling the com.livesoftware.jrun.plugins.JSP JSP servlet.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2000-1053?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Macromedia Jrun.

How do I fix CVE-2000-1053?

No fix has been published for CVE-2000-1053 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Escape output for the context it lands in and set a strict Content Security Policy. Upgrading the affected component is the real fix. More about Cross-site scripting.

Is CVE-2000-1053 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2000-1053 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-pphx-q2h9-wq89.