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WEB_MISC mailman cross site scripting attempt
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Code:
p1431
Severity: Warning
Description:
This event is generated when a cross-site scripting attack is being
attempted, or a potential attacker is testing your site to determine if
it is vulnerable.
Impact:
Successful cross-site scripting attacks generally target the users of
your web site. Attackers can potentially gain access to your users'
cookies or session ids, allowing the attacker to impersonate your
user. They could also set up elaborate fake logon screens to steal
user names and passwords.
Corrective:
Determine if your web application is actually vulnerable to this
attack. If it is and the application is not of your own design, contact
the authors or vendor and see if there is a patch or newer version.
If the application is proprietary to you or your company, ensure that it
properly validates input.
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