CVE-2021-25984: FactorJS - Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in Post Reply Functionality

Published Nov 16, 2021
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Updated

In Factor (App Framework & Headless CMS) forum plugin, versions v1.3.3 to v1.8.30, are vulnerable to stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) at the “post reply” section. An unauthenticated attacker can execute malicious JavaScript code and steal the session cookies.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Darwin Factor Node.js>=1.3.3<=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 vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-25984.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25984?

The severity of CVE-2021-25984 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2021-25984?

The affected software for CVE-2021-25984 is Factor (App Framework & Headless CMS) forum plugin versions v1.3.3 to v1.8.30.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2021-25984?

The impact of CVE-2021-25984 is the execution of malicious JavaScript code and theft of session cookies.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2021-25984?

No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2021-25984.

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