CVE-2021-41317
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.71%
Last modified
CVE-2021-41317 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. XSS Hunter Express before 2021-09-17 does not properly enforce authentication requirements for paths.. EPSS estimates a 1.71% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
XSS Hunter Express before 2021-09-17 does not properly enforce authentication requirements for paths.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xss Hunter Express Project | Xss Hunter Express | < 2021-09-17 |
References
- https://docs.google.com/document/d/12rq4YIFZLSmZlEsq7d7hYCI1qO5xyIxA1Wrs1m4y9-4/previewMitigation, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mandatoryprogrammer/xsshunter-express/commit/56bb44ed9024849f64173f71583ecb7d873baba0Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://vuln.ryotak.me/advisories/57Third Party Advisory
- https://docs.google.com/document/d/12rq4YIFZLSmZlEsq7d7hYCI1qO5xyIxA1Wrs1m4y9-4/previewMitigation, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mandatoryprogrammer/xsshunter-express/commit/56bb44ed9024849f64173f71583ecb7d873baba0Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://vuln.ryotak.me/advisories/57Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-41317?
XSS Hunter Express before 2021-09-17 does not properly enforce authentication requirements for paths.
How severe is CVE-2021-41317?
CVE-2021-41317 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.71% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-41317?
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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