CVE-2021-33295: XSS

Published Jun 16, 2022
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Updated

Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Joplin Desktop App before 1.8.5 allows attackers to execute aribrary code due to improper sanitizing of html.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Joplin Project Joplin<1.8.5
npm/joplin<1.8.5
1.8.5

Event History

Jun 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:36 PM
Description
Jun 17, 2022
Advisory Published
via GitHub·12:01 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the CVE ID of this vulnerability?

The CVE ID of this vulnerability is CVE-2021-33295.

2

What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-33295?

CVE-2021-33295 has a severity rating of 5.4 (medium).

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2021-33295?

The Joplin Desktop App version before 1.8.5 is affected by CVE-2021-33295.

4

How can attackers exploit this vulnerability?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2021-33295 by executing arbitrary code through Cross Site Scripting (XSS) due to improper sanitizing of html in the Joplin Desktop App.

5

How can I fix CVE-2021-33295?

To fix CVE-2021-33295, update your Joplin Desktop App to version 1.8.5 or higher.

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