CVE-2021-3994: Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - Stored in django-helpdesk/django-helpdesk

Published Dec 1, 2021
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Updated

django-helpdesk is vulnerable to Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
pip/django-helpdesk<0.3.2
0.3.2
Django-helpdesk Project Django-helpdesk<0.3.2

Event History

Dec 1, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:40 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:40 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Dec 3, 2021
Advisory Published
via GitHub·08:42 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-3994?

CVE-2021-3994 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-3994?

To fix CVE-2021-3994, upgrade django-helpdesk to version 0.3.2 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-3994?

CVE-2021-3994 is an Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation vulnerability, also known as cross-site scripting.

4

What software is affected by CVE-2021-3994?

CVE-2021-3994 affects all versions of django-helpdesk prior to 0.3.2.

5

What consequences can occur due to CVE-2021-3994?

Exploiting CVE-2021-3994 can allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, compromising user data and session integrity.

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