CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0681

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in GoAhead Web Server 2.1 allows remote attackers to execute script as other web users via script in a URL that generates a '404 not found' message, which does not quote the script.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to hijack user sessions or steal data, potentially leading to serious security breaches within the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the GoAhead server to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability and to implement filters to protect against scripts in URLs.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in GoAhead Web Server 2.1 allows remote attackers to execute script as other web users via script in a URL that generates a "404 not found" message, which does not quote the script.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS