CVE-2022-40690
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.69%
Last modified
CVE-2022-40690 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross-site scripting vulnerability in BookStack versions prior to v22.09 allows a remote authenticated attacker to inject an arbitrary script.. EPSS estimates a 0.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site scripting vulnerability in BookStack versions prior to v22.09 allows a remote authenticated attacker to inject an arbitrary script.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bookstackapp | Bookstack | < 22.09 |
References
- https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN78862034/index.htmlRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.bookstackapp.com/blog/bookstack-release-v22-09/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN78862034/index.htmlRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.bookstackapp.com/blog/bookstack-release-v22-09/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-40690?
Cross-site scripting vulnerability in BookStack versions prior to v22.09 allows a remote authenticated attacker to inject an arbitrary script.
How severe is CVE-2022-40690?
CVE-2022-40690 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-40690?
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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