CVE-2021-43265
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.60%
Last modified
CVE-2021-43265 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. In Mahara before 20.04.5, 20.10.3, 21.04.2, and 21.10.0, certain tag syntax could be used for XSS, such as via a SCRIPT element.. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Mahara before 20.04.5, 20.10.3, 21.04.2, and 21.10.0, certain tag syntax could be used for XSS, such as via a SCRIPT element.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mahara | Mahara | >= 20.04.0, < 20.04.5 |
| Mahara | Mahara | >= 20.10.0, < 20.10.3 |
| Mahara | Mahara | >= 21.04.0, < 21.04.2 |
References
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/mahara/+bug/1944633Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://mahara.org/interaction/forum/topic.php?id=8953Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/mahara/+bug/1944633Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://mahara.org/interaction/forum/topic.php?id=8953Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-43265?
In Mahara before 20.04.5, 20.10.3, 21.04.2, and 21.10.0, certain tag syntax could be used for XSS, such as via a SCRIPT element.
How severe is CVE-2021-43265?
CVE-2021-43265 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-43265?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-43265?
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