CVE-2022-0542: Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - DOM in chatwoot/chatwoot

Published Aug 19, 2022
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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

Event History

Aug 19, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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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.

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