JVN#07100457 Apache Tomcat cross-site scripting vulnerability

Apache Tomcat, provided by the Apache Software Foundation, is an implementation of Java Servlets and JavaServer Pages technologies.
Apache Tomcat Web Application Manager contains a cross-site scripting vulnerability.

Impact

When a user logs into Apache Tomcat Web Application Manager, an arbitrary script may be executed on the user’s web browser.

Solution

Update the Software
Apache Tomcat 6.0.x users should update to Apache Tomcat 6.0.14.
For more information, refer to the developer’s website.

Workarounds
This issue can be mitigated by logging out (closing the browser) of Web Application Manager when finished.
When using Apache Tomcat 4.x or 5.x, apply the workaround described above as an update has not been provided by the developer.

Products Affected

• Apache Tomcat 4.0.0 - 4.0.6
• Apache Tomcat 4.1.0 - 4.1.36
• Apache Tomcat 5.0.0 - 5.0.30
• Apache Tomcat 5.5.0 - 5.5.24
• Apache Tomcat 6.0.0 - 6.0.13