CVE-2011-4624 Scanner
CVE-2011-4624 scanner - Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in GRAND FlAGallery
Short Info
Level
Medium
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
1 month 1 day
Scan only one
URL
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GRAND FlAGallery is a popular plugin used by WordPress users who want to add Flash photo galleries to their website. This plugin includes features like advanced gallery management, multiple gallery layouts, and easy customization, which makes it an essential tool for website owners who want to enhance the visual appeal of their site. The plugin is widely used by photographers, designers, and creative professionals who want to showcase their work online.
The CVE-2011-4624 vulnerability detected in this plugin refers to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) flaw in the facebook.php file of GRAND FlAGallery. This vulnerability makes it possible for hackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML code using the i parameter, which can be exploited to steal sensitive data or initiate malicious activities on the website. This vulnerability affects versions of the plugin prior to 1.57.
When this vulnerability is exploited, it can lead to several malicious activities such as stealing user credentials, hijacking user sessions, delivering malware, and bypassing security controls. It can also lead to damaging the reputation of the website, impacting user trust, and causing significant financial losses. As such, it's important to fix this vulnerability as soon as possible to prevent the potential consequences.
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REFERENCES
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2011-12/0180.html
- http://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/469785
- http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/flash-album-gallery/changelog/
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/12/23/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/520691/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/520704/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50861
