CVE-2012-5883: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-5883: Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Flash component infrastructure in YUI 2.8.0 through 2.9.0,...

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Flash component infrastructure in YUI 2.8.0 through 2.9.0, as used in Bugzilla 3.7.x and 4.0.x before 4.0.9, 4.1.x and 4.2.x before 4.2.4, and 4.3.x and 4.4.x before 4.4rc1, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via vectors related to swfstore.swf, a similar issue to CVE-2010-4209.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 21:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2012-5883 is an XSS issue in YUI 2 Flash component infrastructure. If exposed, a remote attacker could inject script or HTML through SWF-related vectors. The bundle specifically notes use in older Bugzilla branches. No active exploitation evidence is provided. Exposure is most likely in legacy applications bundling YUI 2.8.0-2.9.0 Flash assets, especially older Bugzilla deployments. Modern systems without YUI 2 Flash components or affected Bugzilla versions are unlikely to be exposed. Prioritize remediation for internet-facing legacy Bugzilla or applications serving YUI 2 Flash assets. The issue is old, but exposed XSS can still affect users and sessions. Urgency depends on confirmed exposure. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Bugzilla branches to the fixed versions named in the CVE description.; Inventory applications for YUI 2.8.0 through 2.9.0 Flash component assets.; Review YUI and Bugzilla vendor advisories before changing bundled files..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 12:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 16, 2012, 11:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=808845CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
bugzilla-flash-xss(80116)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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