Opera < 9.23 Crafted Javascript Arbitrary Code Execution

high Nessus Plugin ID 25900

Synopsis

The remote host contains a web browser that is affected by an arbitrary code execution vulnerability.

Description

The version of Opera installed on the remote host reportedly allows for execution of arbitrary code via specially crafted JavaScript if a user can be tricked into visiting a malicious site.

Solution

Upgrade to Opera version 9.23 or later.

Plugin Details

Severity: High

ID: 25900

File Name: opera_923.nasl

Version: 1.17

Type: Local

Agent: windows

Family: Windows

Published: 8/16/2007

Updated: 5/27/2026

Supported Sensors: Nessus Agent, Nessus

Risk Information

VPR

Risk Factor: Medium

Score: 5.9

CVSS v2

Risk Factor: High

Base Score: 9.3

Temporal Score: 6.9

Vector: CVSS2#AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

CVSS Score Source: CVE-2007-4367

Vulnerability Information

CPE: cpe:/a:opera:opera_browser

Required KB Items: installed_sw/Opera

Exploit Ease: No known exploits are available

Vulnerability Publication Date: 8/15/2007

Reference Information

CVE: CVE-2007-4367

BID: 25331

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