CVE-2009-4159: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-4159: Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the newsletter configuration feature in the backend module in t...

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the newsletter configuration feature in the backend module in the Direct Mail (direct_mail) extension 2.6.4 and earlier for TYPO3 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 17, 2024, 00:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2009-4159 is a stored or reflected cross-site scripting issue in the Direct Mail extension for TYPO3. An authenticated backend user could inject script or HTML through the newsletter configuration feature. The main business risk is compromise of other backend users’ browser sessions or unauthorized actions if a privileged user views malicious content. Exposure is limited to TYPO3 installations using the Direct Mail extension version 2.6.4 or earlier, especially where untrusted or lower-privileged users have backend access to newsletter configuration. Treat as a routine but necessary remediation for legacy TYPO3 systems. Prioritize if the site has multiple backend users, delegated newsletter administration, or sensitive administrative sessions. Mitigation focus: Identify TYPO3 systems using the Direct Mail extension.; Upgrade Direct Mail from 2.6.4 or earlier to 2.6.5 or later if applicable.; Review TYPO3 security bulletin TYPO3-SA-2009-018 for vendor guidance..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:18 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 2, 2009, 17:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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