CVE-2003-0590
Description
Splatt Forum 3/4 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting via the post icon field, allowing arbitrary HTML and script injection.
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Splatt Forum 3/4 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting via the post icon field, allowing arbitrary HTML and script injection.
Vulnerability
Splatt Forum versions 3 and 4 are susceptible to a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. Attackers can inject arbitrary HTML and web script by manipulating the image_subject field, which is used for the post icon [1].
Exploitation
An attacker can craft a modified Splatt Forum post form, specifically altering the image_subject parameter to contain malicious HTML or script code. When a victim views this crafted post, the embedded script will execute within their browser in the context of the vulnerable website [1].
Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker to execute arbitrary HTML and script code in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, defacement, or redirection to malicious sites, compromising the user's interaction with the vulnerable site [1].
Mitigation
No specific patched version or release date has been disclosed in the available references. Users are advised to consult the vendor or security advisories for potential workarounds or updates. This vulnerability has not been listed as actively exploited in the wild [1].
AI Insight generated on Jun 4, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
2- cpe:2.3:a:splatt:splatt_forum:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
Vulnerability mechanics
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References
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