CVE-2016-4159: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2016-4159: Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Adobe ColdFusion 10 before Update 20, 11 before Update 9, and 2...

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Adobe ColdFusion 10 before Update 20, 11 before Update 9, and 2016 before Update 2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 00:17 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a cross-site scripting flaw in older Adobe ColdFusion releases. If an exposed, unpatched system is vulnerable, an attacker could inject script or HTML through an unspecified path, potentially affecting users who interact with the application. Exposure is limited to organizations still running the named ColdFusion versions below the listed update levels, especially web-accessible ColdFusion applications or administrative interfaces. Treat as a practical remediation item for legacy ColdFusion estates. It is not KEV-listed in the provided evidence, but exposed unpatched web platforms create user-session and trust risks. Mitigation focus: Apply Adobe ColdFusion 10 Update 20, 11 Update 9, or 2016 Update 2 as applicable.; Review Adobe APSB16-22 for vendor-specific installation guidance.; Prioritize externally reachable ColdFusion instances first..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 14:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 16, 2016, 14:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb16-22.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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