CVE-2021-30862: Input Validation

Published Aug 24, 2021
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Updated

A validation issue was addressed with improved input sanitization. This issue is fixed in iTunes U 3.8.3. Processing a maliciously crafted URL may lead to arbitrary javascript code execution.

Other sources

iTunes U. A validation issue was addressed with improved input sanitization.

Credit

Giyas Umarov@@3h6_1(Holmdel High School)

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Apple iTunes U<3.8.3
3.8.3
Apple iTunes U<3.8.3

Event History

Aug 24, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:49 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Peer vulnerabilities

Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-30862?

CVE-2021-30862 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to potential arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-30862?

To fix CVE-2021-30862, update to iTunes U version 3.8.3 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-30862?

CVE-2021-30862 is a validation issue that can lead to arbitrary javascript code execution.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2021-30862?

Users of iTunes U versions prior to 3.8.3 are affected by CVE-2021-30862.

5

What impact does CVE-2021-30862 have on users?

CVE-2021-30862 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary javascript code on a user's device.

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