Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2012-4018 is an XSS issue in Final Beta Laboratory MyWebSearch versions before 1.23. A remote attacker could inject script or HTML through the search keywords parameter. Business impact depends on whether this old component is still public-facing or embedded in a site. Exposure is likely limited to sites still running Final Beta Laboratory MyWebSearch before 1.23, especially public search pages. The bundle does not identify broader platform exposure or packaged downstream products. Treat as an asset-discovery item first. Escalate if MyWebSearch is found on a public or authenticated customer-facing site, because XSS can support session theft, phishing, or unauthorized user actions. Mitigation focus: Upgrade MyWebSearch to 1.23 or later if still deployed.; If upgrade is unavailable, disable or restrict public access to the search feature.; Check vendor and JVN guidance before choosing compensating controls..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- mywebsearch-unspecified-xss(79059)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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