CVE-2021-42751: XSS

Published Aug 12, 2022
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Updated

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Rule Engine in ThingsBoard 3.3.1 allows remote attackers (with administrative access) to inject arbitrary JavaScript within the description of a rule node.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ThingsBoard ThingsBoard=3.3.1

Event History

Aug 12, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:52 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:52 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-42751 vulnerability?

CVE-2021-42751 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Rule Engine of ThingsBoard 3.3.1.

2

How does CVE-2021-42751 vulnerability affect ThingsBoard?

The vulnerability allows remote attackers with administrative access to inject arbitrary JavaScript within the description of a rule node in ThingsBoard 3.3.1.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-42751 vulnerability?

CVE-2021-42751 has a severity rating of 4.8, which is considered medium.

4

What can an attacker do with CVE-2021-42751 vulnerability?

An attacker with administrative access can inject arbitrary JavaScript code, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

5

How can I fix CVE-2021-42751 vulnerability?

To fix the vulnerability, it is recommended to upgrade ThingsBoard to a version higher than 3.3.1, where the vulnerability has been patched.

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