CVE-2021-25983: FactorJS - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in Tags and Categories Functionality

Published Nov 16, 2021
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Updated

In Factor (App Framework & Headless CMS) forum plugin, versions v1.3.8 to v1.8.30, are vulnerable to reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) at the “tags” and “category” parameters 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>=1.3.8<=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 the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-25983.

2

What is the affected software version range?

The affected software versions range from v1.3.8 to v1.8.30.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25983?

The severity of CVE-2021-25983 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-25983?

An unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2021-25983 by executing malicious JavaScript code via the "tags" and "category" parameters in the URL to perform reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

5

How can the vulnerability be fixed?

To fix the vulnerability, it is recommended to upgrade the Factor forum plugin to a version beyond v1.8.30.

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