CVE-2005-2186 Cross-site scripting in n/a

Low 1.9 Published 10 Jul 2005 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote authenticated users can inject arbitrary web script or HTML into the McAfee IntruShield Security Management System via specific parameters.

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

What is CVE-2005-2186?

CVE-2005-2186 is a low-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in n/a, published on 10 Jul 2005. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in McAfee IntruShield Security Management System allow remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) thirdMenuName or (2) resourceName parameter to SystemEvent.jsp.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2005-2186?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Mcafee Intrushield Security Management System.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2186?

No fix has been published for CVE-2005-2186 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-2005-2186 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2005-2186 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5638-47w9-74r6.