CVE-2024-32464: ActionText ContentAttachment can Contain Unsanitized HTML
Action Text brings rich text content and editing to Rails. Instances of ActionText::Attachable::ContentAttachment included within a richtextarea tag could potentially contain unsanitized HTML. This vulnerability is fixed in 7.1.3.4 and 7.2.0.beta2.
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Instances of ActionText::Attachable::ContentAttachment included within a richtextarea tag could potentially contain unsanitized HTML.
This has been assigned the CVE identifier CVE-2024-32464.
Versions Affected: >= 7.1.0 Not affected: < 7.1.0 Fixed Versions: 7.1.3.4
Impact ------ This could lead to a potential cross site scripting issue within the Trix editor.
Releases -------- The fixed releases are available at the normal locations.
Workarounds ----------- N/A
Patches ------- To aid users who aren't able to upgrade immediately we have provided patches for the supported release series in accordance with our maintenance policy regarding security issues. They are in git-am format and consist of a single changeset.
actiontextcontentattachmentxss71stable.patch - Patch for 7.1 series
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-32464?
CVE-2024-32464 is considered a significant vulnerability due to the potential for unsanitized HTML exposure.
How do I fix CVE-2024-32464?
To patch CVE-2024-32464, update Action Text to version 7.1.3.4 or 7.2.0.beta2.
What software is affected by CVE-2024-32464?
CVE-2024-32464 affects Action Text versions prior to 7.1.3.4 and 7.2.0.beta2.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2024-32464?
The risks associated with CVE-2024-32464 include potential XSS attacks due to unsanitized HTML content.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2024-32464?
Currently, the best recommendation for CVE-2024-32464 is to update to the fixed versions as there are no known workarounds.