CVE-2008-5807: Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in TestLink before 1.8 RC1 allow remote attackers to in...

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CVE-2008-5807 is an older TestLink cross-site scripting issue. In versions before 1.8 RC1, attacker-controlled project names, test plan names, and possibly testcase prefixes could inject script or HTML into the web interface. This mainly threatens users who view affected pages, not the underlying server directly. Exposure is most likely in legacy TestLink deployments older than 1.8 RC1, especially web-accessible instances where users can create or modify project, test plan, or testcase prefix values. The bundled affected-product metadata is incomplete, so version verification is required. Treat this as a legacy web-application hygiene issue. It is not currently evidenced as actively exploited, but exposed outdated TestLink systems could enable session theft, user impersonation, or malicious actions through a victim’s browser. Prioritize remediation if TestLink is internet-facing or broadly accessible internally. Mitigation focus: Inventory all TestLink instances and record deployed versions.; Upgrade versions older than 1.8 RC1 per vendor release guidance.; Restrict access to project and test plan administration until remediated..

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Jun 28, 2026, 11:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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