CVE-2021-3994
CRITICALCVSS 9.6/10EPSS 1.35%
Last modified
CVE-2021-3994 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.6/10 on the CVSS scale. django-helpdesk is vulnerable to Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting'). EPSS estimates a 1.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
django-helpdesk is vulnerable to Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Django-Helpdesk Project | Django-Helpdesk | < 0.3.2 |
References
- https://github.com/django-helpdesk/django-helpdesk/commit/a22eb0673fe0b7784f99c6b5fd343b64a6700f06Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/be7f211d-4bfd-44fd-91e8-682329906fbdExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/django-helpdesk/django-helpdesk/commit/a22eb0673fe0b7784f99c6b5fd343b64a6700f06Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/be7f211d-4bfd-44fd-91e8-682329906fbdExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-3994?
django-helpdesk is vulnerable to Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
How severe is CVE-2021-3994?
CVE-2021-3994 has a CVSS score of 9.6/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-3994?
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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