CVE-2016-7851

Public Exploit

Description

Adobe Connect version 9.5.6 and earlier does not adequately validate input in the events registration module. This vulnerability could be exploited in cross-site scripting attacks.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 6.51% Top 10%
Vendor Advisory adobe.com
Affected: n/a Adobe Connect 9.5.6 and earlier versions
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037239 vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94152 vdb entry
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/connect/apsb16-35.html patch vendor advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40742/ exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-7851?
CVE-2016-7851 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-7851?
To fix CVE-2016-7851, 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-2016-7851 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2016-7851 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~7% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-7851?
CVE-2016-7851 affects n/a Adobe Connect 9.5.6 and earlier versions.
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