CVE-2021-43856: Stored XSS in non-image uploads in Requarks/wiki
Wiki.js is a wiki app built on Node.js. Wiki.js 2.5.263 and earlier is vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting through non-image file uploads for file types that can be viewed directly inline in the browser. By creating a malicious file which can execute inline JS when viewed in the browser (e.g. XML files), a malicious Wiki.js user may stage a stored cross-site scripting attack. This allows the attacker to execute malicious JavaScript when the file is viewed directly by other users. The file must be opened directly by the user and will not trigger directly in a normal Wiki.js page. A patch in version 2.5.264 fixes this vulnerability by adding an optional (enabled by default) force download flag to all non-image file types, preventing the file from being viewed inline in the browser. As a workaround, disable file upload for all non-trusted users. --- Thanks to @Haxatron for reporting this vulnerability. Initially reported via https://huntr.dev/bounties/266bff09-00d9-43ca-a4bb-bb540642811f/
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What is CVE-2021-43856?
CVE-2021-43856 refers to a vulnerability in Wiki.js, a wiki app built on Node.js, that allows for stored cross-site scripting through non-image file uploads.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-43856?
The severity of CVE-2021-43856 is high, with a CVSS score of 5.4.
How can I fix CVE-2021-43856?
To fix CVE-2021-43856, it is recommended to update Wiki.js to version 2.5.264 or later.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2021-43856?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2021-43856 is CWE-79, which refers to Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting').