CVE-2021-43635
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 1.66%
Last modified
CVE-2021-43635 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in Codex before 1.4.0 via Notebook/Page name field, which allows malicious users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted http code in a .json file.. EPSS estimates a 1.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in Codex before 1.4.0 via Notebook/Page name field, which allows malicious users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted http code in a .json file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Codexnotes | Codex | < 1.4.0 |
References
- https://github.com/jcv8000/CodexProduct, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/jcv8000/Codex/issues/8Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/jcv8000/Codex/releases/tag/v1.4.1Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/jcv8000/CodexProduct, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/jcv8000/Codex/issues/8Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/jcv8000/Codex/releases/tag/v1.4.1Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-43635?
A Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in Codex before 1.4.0 via Notebook/Page name field, which allows malicious users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted http code in a .json file.
How severe is CVE-2021-43635?
CVE-2021-43635 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-43635?
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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