CVE-2009-4924

Description

Dan Pascu python-cjson 1.0.5 does not properly handle a ['/'] argument to cjson.encode, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct certain cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks involving Firefox and the end tag of a SCRIPT element.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.24%
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://pypi.python.org/pypi/python-cjson/
http://t3.dotgnu.info/blog/insecurity/quotes-dont-help.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2009-4924?
CVE-2009-4924 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2009-4924?
To fix CVE-2009-4924, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2009-4924 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2009-4924 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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