CVE-2022-38639
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2022-38639 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Markdown-Nice v1.8.22 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Community Posting field.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Markdown-Nice v1.8.22 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Community Posting field.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Inkdrop | Markdown Nice | 1.8.22 |
References
- https://github.com/mdnice/markdown-nice/issues/327Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mdnice/markdown-nice/issues/327Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-38639?
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Markdown-Nice v1.8.22 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Community Posting field.
How severe is CVE-2022-38639?
CVE-2022-38639 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38639?
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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