CVE-2024-26152: Label Studio vulnerable to Cross-site Scripting if `<Choices>` or `<Labels>` are used in labeling config
Summary On all Label Studio versions prior to 1.11.0, data imported via file upload feature is not properly sanitized prior to being rendered within a Choices or Labels tag, resulting in an XSS vulnerability.
Details Need permission to use the "data import" function. This was reproduced on Label Studio 1.10.1.
PoC
1. Create a project. !Create a project
2. Upload a file containing the payload using the "Upload Files" function. !2 Upload a file containing the payload using the Upload Files function !3 complete
The following are the contents of the files used in the PoC { "data": { "prompt": "labelstudio universe image", "images": [ { "value": "id123#0", "style": "margin: 5px", "html": "<img width='400' src='https://labelstud.io/astro/images-tab.64279c16ZaBSvC.avif' onload=alert(document.cookie)>" } ] } }
3. Select the text-to-image generation labeling template of Ranking and scoring !3 Select the text-to-image generation labelling template for Ranking and scoring !5 save
4. Select a task !4 Select a task
5. Check that the script is running !5 Check that the script is running
Impact Malicious scripts can be injected into the code, and when linked with vulnerabilities such as CSRF, it can cause even greater damage. In particular, It can become a source of further attacks, especially when linked to social engineering.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
pip/label-studioto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.11.0 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Label Studioto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.11.0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-26152?
CVE-2024-26152 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-26152?
To mitigate CVE-2024-26152, upgrade Label Studio to version 1.11.0 or later where the issue is resolved.
What effect does CVE-2024-26152 have on users?
CVE-2024-26152 allows attackers to inject malicious scripts through the file upload feature, which could compromise user data.
Which versions of Label Studio are affected by CVE-2024-26152?
All versions of Label Studio prior to 1.11.0 are affected by CVE-2024-26152.
What actions should be taken if I cannot upgrade to fix CVE-2024-26152?
If an immediate upgrade is not possible, users should ensure strict input validation and output encoding for file uploads to mitigate risks associated with CVE-2024-26152.