CVE-2021-29467
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.48%
Last modified
CVE-2021-29467 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Wrongthink is an encrypted peer-to-peer chat program. A user could check their fingerprint into the service and enter a script to run arbitrary JavaScript on the site. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Wrongthink is an encrypted peer-to-peer chat program. A user could check their fingerprint into the service and enter a script to run arbitrary JavaScript on the site. No workarounds exist, but a patch exists in version 2.4.1.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wrongthink Project | Wrongthink | < 2.4.1 |
References
- https://github.com/birb-digital/wrongthink/security/advisories/GHSA-529v-f2gf-62w9Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/birb-digital/wrongthink/security/advisories/GHSA-529v-f2gf-62w9Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-29467?
Wrongthink is an encrypted peer-to-peer chat program. A user could check their fingerprint into the service and enter a script to run arbitrary JavaScript on the site. No workarounds exist, but a patch exists in version 2.4.1.
How severe is CVE-2021-29467?
CVE-2021-29467 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29467?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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