CVE-2021-39250: XSS

Published Aug 17, 2021
·
Updated

Invision Community (aka IPS Community Suite or IP-Board) before 4.6.5.1 allows stored XSS, with resultant code execution, because an uploaded file can be placed in an IFRAME element within user-generated content. For code execution, the attacker can rely on the ability of an admin to install widgets, disclosure of the admin session ID in a Referer header, and the ability of an admin to use the templating engine (e.g., Edit HTML).

Affected Software

1 affected component
Invisioncommunity Invision Power Board<4.6.5.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Invision Community (aka IPS Community Suite or IP-Board) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.6.5.1

Event History

Aug 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:02 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-39250?

CVE-2021-39250 is a vulnerability in Invision Community (aka IPS Community Suite or IP-Board) before version 4.6.5.1 that allows stored XSS with code execution.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-39250?

The severity of CVE-2021-39250 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

3

How does CVE-2021-39250 work?

CVE-2021-39250 allows an attacker to upload a file that can be placed in an IFRAME element within user-generated content, leading to stored XSS and potential code execution.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-39250?

To fix CVE-2021-39250, upgrade Invision Community to version 4.6.5.1 or higher.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2021-39250?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2021-39250 in the release notes of version 4.6.5.1 and in an SSD advisory.

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