Konqueror < 3.3.2 Multiple Remote Java Sandbox Bypass

low Nessus Network Monitor Plugin ID 2529

Synopsis

The remote host is vulnerable to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.

Description

The remote host is using a version of Konqueror that is prone to a security flaw where a malicious website can bypass the browser Java sandbox.
As a result, an attacker may be able to read arbitrary files on the remote host by luring a victim into visiting a rogue website hosting a malicious Java applet.

Solution

Install Konqueror 3.3.2 or higher.

Plugin Details

Severity: Low

ID: 2529

Family: Web Clients

Published: 8/18/2004

Updated: 3/6/2019

Vulnerability Information

CPE: cpe:/a:konqueror:konqueror

Reference Information

BID: 12046

Detections

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