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CVE-2013-0283: Katello notification page can run injected scripts
CVE-2013-0283 · published 6 years ago
Summary
The Katello web interface shows usernames on the Notification page without removing dangerous code. An attacker who can place a crafted username could cause a web browser to execute that code, potentially stealing information or performing actions as the user. Apply the latest Katello update that corrects this issue and review user input handling to prevent similar problems.
What to do
The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| theforeman | katello |
All versions
cpe:2.3:a:theforeman:katello:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
Original advisory text
Katello: Username in Notification page has cross site scripting
Katello: Username in Notification page has cross site scripting
References
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2013-0283 Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2013-0283 Exploit Issue Tracking Third Party Advisory
Internet-facing
60 days
Internal
At next upgrade
- Not known to be exploited
- Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
- Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Type
CWE-79Cross-site Scripting (XSS)
Timeline
Published5 Dec 2019
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2013-0283 · NVD
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