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CVE-2005-0649: Pixel-Apes SafeHTML before 1.2.1 allows remote attackers to bypass cross-site scripting (XSS) protection vi...

Pixel-Apes SafeHTML before 1.2.1 allows remote attackers to bypass cross-site scripting (XSS) protection via "hexadecimal HTML entities."

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This is an old XSS protection bypass in Pixel-Apes SafeHTML. Applications relying on SafeHTML before 1.2.1 could incorrectly allow malicious HTML encoded as hexadecimal HTML entities. Business urgency depends on whether the organization still uses this library to sanitize user-submitted content. Exposure is likely limited to legacy applications that include Pixel-Apes SafeHTML before 1.2.1, especially where users can submit HTML or rich text rendered to other users. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so inventory validation is required. Treat as a targeted legacy-risk review, not an emergency based only on the provided evidence. Escalate priority if SafeHTML before 1.2.1 is found in internet-facing applications or systems handling customer-generated HTML. Mitigation focus: Inventory applications for Pixel-Apes SafeHTML usage and version references.; Prioritize externally reachable apps accepting user-submitted HTML or rich text.; Check vendor guidance for SafeHTML 1.2.1 or later remediation details..

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