CVE-2021-4170
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.80%
Last modified
CVE-2021-4170 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. calibre-web is vulnerable to Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting'). EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
calibre-web 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Janeczku | Calibre-Web | < 0.6.15 |
References
- https://github.com/janeczku/calibre-web/commit/7ad419dc8c12180e842a82118f4866ac3d074bc5Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/ff395101-e392-401d-ab4f-579c63fbf6a0Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/janeczku/calibre-web/commit/7ad419dc8c12180e842a82118f4866ac3d074bc5Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/ff395101-e392-401d-ab4f-579c63fbf6a0Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-4170?
calibre-web is vulnerable to Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
How severe is CVE-2021-4170?
CVE-2021-4170 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-4170?
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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