CVE-2021-4172
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.64%
Last modified
CVE-2021-4172 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - Stored in GitHub repository star7th/showdoc prior to 2.10.2.. EPSS estimates a 0.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - Stored in GitHub repository star7th/showdoc prior to 2.10.2.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Showdoc | Showdoc | < 2.10.2 |
References
- https://github.com/star7th/showdoc/commit/409c8a1208bbb847046a9496303192980f2e6219Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/c041b693-877b-4456-b463-19e4c9456eeeExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/star7th/showdoc/commit/409c8a1208bbb847046a9496303192980f2e6219Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/c041b693-877b-4456-b463-19e4c9456eeeExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-4172?
Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - Stored in GitHub repository star7th/showdoc prior to 2.10.2.
How severe is CVE-2021-4172?
CVE-2021-4172 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-4172?
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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