CVE-2008-7220 Cross-site scripting in n/a
Attackers can execute cross-site scripting attacks via the Prototype JavaScript framework, potentially stealing user data or hijacking sessions.
- 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
- Available
What is CVE-2008-7220?
CVE-2008-7220 is a high-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in Debian Debian Linux, published on 13 Sep 2009. 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
Unspecified vulnerability in Prototype JavaScript framework (prototypejs) before 1.6.0.2 allows attackers to make "cross-site ajax requests" via unknown vectors.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-7220?
It affects 2 products.
Products include Debian Debian Linux, Prototypejs Prototype.
How do I fix CVE-2008-7220?
Upgrade to a fixed version.
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-2008-7220 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-7220 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Public exploit code: 1 proofs of concept on GitHub.
Other vulnerabilities in Debian Debian Linux
Sources
Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2008-7220, GHSA-mgmj-3x8r-9rwj.