CVE-2021-25982: FactorJS - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in Search Functionality

Published Nov 16, 2021
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Updated

In Factor (App Framework & Headless CMS) forum plugin, versions 1.3.5 to 1.8.30, are vulnerable to reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) at the “search” parameter in the URL. An unauthenticated attacker can execute malicious JavaScript code and steal the session cookies.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Darwin Factor Node.js>=1.3.5<=1.8.30

Event History

Nov 16, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:45 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:45 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-25982?

CVE-2021-25982 is a vulnerability in Factor (App Framework & Headless CMS) forum plugin versions 1.3.5 to 1.8.30 that allows for reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25982?

The severity of CVE-2021-25982 is medium, with a severity value of 6.1.

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-25982?

An unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2021-25982 by injecting malicious JavaScript code through the 'search' parameter in the URL, potentially stealing session cookies.

4

Which versions of Factor (App Framework & Headless CMS) forum plugin are affected by CVE-2021-25982?

Versions 1.3.5 to 1.8.30 of the Factor forum plugin are affected by CVE-2021-25982.

5

How can I mitigate CVE-2021-25982?

To mitigate CVE-2021-25982, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of the Factor forum plugin that is not affected by the vulnerability.

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