What is the severity of CVE-2022-24868?

CVE-2022-24868 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for JavaScript injection via SVG file uploads.

How do I fix CVE-2022-24868?

To fix CVE-2022-24868, update to GLPI version 10.0.0 or later to ensure proper sanitization of uploaded SVG files.

What impact does CVE-2022-24868 have on users?

CVE-2022-24868 allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript into user avatars, potentially compromising the affected users.

Which versions of GLPI are affected by CVE-2022-24868?

CVE-2022-24868 affects all GLPI versions prior to 10.0.0.

Is it safe to upload SVG files in GLPI after patching for CVE-2022-24868?

Yes, after updating to GLPI version 10.0.0 or later, it is safe to upload SVG files as they will be properly sanitized.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-24868

high

7.3

CWE

21/4/2022

23/4/2025

CVE-2022-24868: Cross site scripting via SVG file upload in GLPI

First published: Thu Apr 21 2022(Updated: )

GLPI is a Free Asset and IT Management Software package, that provides ITIL Service Desk features, licenses tracking and software auditing. In versions prior to 10.0.0 one can exploit a lack of sanitization on SVG file uploads and inject javascript into their user avatar. As a result any user viewing the avatar will be subject to a cross site scripting attack. Users of GLPI are advised to upgrade. Users unable to upgrade should disallow SVG avatars.

Credit: security-advisories@github.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
GLPI	<10.0.0

Remedy

https://github.com/glpi-project/glpi/commit/1aa9fcc4741a46fa5a9f11d71b409b911ffc190f

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-24868?
CVE-2022-24868 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for JavaScript injection via SVG file uploads.
How do I fix CVE-2022-24868?
To fix CVE-2022-24868, update to GLPI version 10.0.0 or later to ensure proper sanitization of uploaded SVG files.
What impact does CVE-2022-24868 have on users?
CVE-2022-24868 allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript into user avatars, potentially compromising the affected users.
Which versions of GLPI are affected by CVE-2022-24868?
CVE-2022-24868 affects all GLPI versions prior to 10.0.0.
Is it safe to upload SVG files in GLPI after patching for CVE-2022-24868?
Yes, after updating to GLPI version 10.0.0 or later, it is safe to upload SVG files as they will be properly sanitized.

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