CVE-2022-1231: XSS via Embedded SVG in SVG Diagram Format in plantuml/plantuml
First published: Fri Apr 15 2022(Updated: )
Last updated 18 March 2025
Credit: security@huntr.dev
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/plantuml | <=1:1.2020.2+ds-1<=1:1.2020.2+ds-3 | 1:1.2020.2+ds-6 |
| PlantUML | <1.2022.4 | |
| Red Hat Fedora | =35 | |
| Red Hat Fedora | =36 |
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Reference Links
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/27db9509-6cd3-4148-8d70-5942f3837604
- https://github.com/plantuml/plantuml/commit/c9137be051ce98b3e3e27f65f54ec7d9f8886903
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/FQMHXN5BVBK433C5SVSSBXWB5JLJ7NID/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/EO26WBHQRMWTS44M5VLZJIJZOIGJYL3A/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/EO26WBHQRMWTS44M5VLZJIJZOIGJYL3A/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/FQMHXN5BVBK433C5SVSSBXWB5JLJ7NID/
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2022-1231
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-1231
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2022-1231
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2022-1231
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2022-1231
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/27db9509-6cd3-4148-8d70-5942f3837604/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-1231?
CVE-2022-1231 has a high severity due to the potential for stored XSS attacks that can lead to account hijacking and code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1231?
To fix CVE-2022-1231, upgrade PlantUML to version 1.2022.4 or later.
Which versions of PlantUML are affected by CVE-2022-1231?
CVE-2022-1231 affects PlantUML versions prior to 1.2022.4.
What types of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2022-1231?
CVE-2022-1231 can lead to attacks such as secret stealing, account hijacking, or even remote code execution.
Is CVE-2022-1231 specific to any operating systems?
Yes, CVE-2022-1231 specifically affects Fedora 35 and 36 when using PlantUML.
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