CVE-2021-4072
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.70%
Last modified
CVE-2021-4072 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. elgg is vulnerable to Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting'). EPSS estimates a 0.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
elgg is vulnerable to Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Elgg | Elgg | < 3.3.24 |
References
- https://github.com/elgg/elgg/commit/c30b17bf75256ed3fcc84e2083147cc3951423d0Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/74034253-732a-4251-a0f9-eca5f576c955Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/elgg/elgg/commit/c30b17bf75256ed3fcc84e2083147cc3951423d0Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/74034253-732a-4251-a0f9-eca5f576c955Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-4072?
elgg is vulnerable to Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
How severe is CVE-2021-4072?
CVE-2021-4072 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-4072?
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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