CVE-2024-45400: CKEditor Open Link plugin vulnerable to Cross-site Scripting
First published: Thu Sep 05 2024(Updated: )
ckeditor-plugin-openlink is a plugin for the CKEditor JavaScript text editor that extends the context menu with a possibility to open a link in a new tab. A vulnerability in versions of the plugin prior to 1.0.7 allowed a user to execute JavaScript code by abusing the link href attribute. The fix is available starting with version 1.0.7.
Credit: security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CKEditor | <1.0.7 |
Remedy
https://github.com/mlewand/ckeditor-plugin-openlink/commit/402391fdd4d9cfd079031372f9caebbf54993ffb
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-45400?
CVE-2024-45400 has been assigned a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary JavaScript execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-45400?
To fix CVE-2024-45400, update the ckeditor-plugin-openlink to version 1.0.7 or higher.
What versions of the ckeditor-plugin-openlink are affected by CVE-2024-45400?
CVE-2024-45400 affects all versions of the ckeditor-plugin-openlink prior to 1.0.7.
Can CVE-2024-45400 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2024-45400 can lead to data breaches as it allows the execution of malicious JavaScript code.
What steps should I take if I cannot update to fix CVE-2024-45400?
If you cannot update, immediately disable the ckeditor-plugin-openlink plugin to mitigate the risk associated with CVE-2024-45400.
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