CVE-2022-0542: Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - DOM in chatwoot/chatwoot
Published Aug 19, 2022
·Updated
Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - DOM in GitHub repository chatwoot/chatwoot prior to 2.7.0.
Affected Software
1 affected component
chatwoot Chatwoot<2.7.0
Remediation
Event History
Aug 19, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2022-0542?
CVE-2022-0542 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) exploitation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2022-0542?
To fix CVE-2022-0542, upgrade Chatwoot to version 2.7.0 or later.
3
What are the consequences of CVE-2022-0542?
Exploiting CVE-2022-0542 may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of a user's browser, leading to data theft or session hijacking.
4
Which versions of Chatwoot are affected by CVE-2022-0542?
CVE-2022-0542 affects all versions of Chatwoot prior to 2.7.0.
5
Is CVE-2022-0542 related to user input?
Yes, CVE-2022-0542 is related to improper handling of user input, which enables cross-site scripting vulnerabilities.