CVE-2021-43721
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.99%
Last modified
CVE-2021-43721 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Leanote 2.7.0 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in the markdown type note. This leads to remote code execution with payload : <video src=x onerror=(function(){require('child_process').exec('calc');})();>. EPSS estimates a 0.99% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Leanote 2.7.0 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in the markdown type note. This leads to remote code execution with payload : <video src=x onerror=(function(){require('child_process').exec('calc');})();>
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Leanote | Leanote | 2.7.0 |
References
- https://github.com/leanote/desktop-app/issues/364Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/leanote/desktop-app/issues/364Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-43721?
Leanote 2.7.0 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in the markdown type note. This leads to remote code execution with payload : <video src=x onerror=(function(){require('child_process').exec('calc');})();>
How severe is CVE-2021-43721?
CVE-2021-43721 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-43721?
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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