CVE-2014-5191: XSS
First published: Thu Aug 07 2014(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Preview plugin before 4.4.3 in CKEditor allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| composer/ckeditor/ckeditor | <4.4.3 | 4.4.3 |
| CKEditor | <=4.4.2 | |
| CKEditor | =4.4.0 | |
| CKEditor | =4.4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-5191?
CVE-2014-5191 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5191?
To fix CVE-2014-5191, upgrade CKEditor to version 4.4.3 or later.
What types of attacks can CVE-2014-5191 enable?
CVE-2014-5191 can enable attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML into web pages viewed by other users.
Which versions of CKEditor are affected by CVE-2014-5191?
The affected versions of CKEditor are all versions before 4.4.3, specifically 4.4.0, 4.4.1, and 4.4.2.
Is there any workaround for CVE-2014-5191?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2014-5191; the recommended action is to upgrade to a patched version.
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