CVE-2021-36538
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.55%
Last modified
CVE-2021-36538 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Gurock TestRail before 7.1.2 allows remote authenticated attackers to run arbitrary code via the reference field in milestones or description fields in reports.. EPSS estimates a 0.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Gurock TestRail before 7.1.2 allows remote authenticated attackers to run arbitrary code via the reference field in milestones or description fields in reports.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gurock | Testrail | < 7.1.2 |
References
- https://gist.github.com/miglen/b09498b4b9fe1be58973bd474af125abExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://gist.github.com/miglen/b09498b4b9fe1be58973bd474af125abExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-36538?
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Gurock TestRail before 7.1.2 allows remote authenticated attackers to run arbitrary code via the reference field in milestones or description fields in reports.
How severe is CVE-2021-36538?
CVE-2021-36538 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36538?
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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