CVE-2024-45621: XSS

Published Sep 2, 2024
·
Updated

The Electron desktop application of Rocket.Chat through 6.3.4 allows stored XSS via links in an uploaded file, related to failure to use a separate browser upon encountering third-party external actions from PDF documents.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Rocket.Chat Rocket.Chat<=6.3.4

Event History

Sep 2, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-45621?

CVE-2024-45621 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via stored cross-site scripting (XSS).

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-45621?

To fix CVE-2024-45621, upgrade Rocket.Chat to version 6.3.5 or later where this vulnerability is addressed.

3

What kind of attack can be executed with CVE-2024-45621?

CVE-2024-45621 allows attackers to perform stored XSS attacks through malicious links in uploaded files.

4

What versions of Rocket.Chat are affected by CVE-2024-45621?

CVE-2024-45621 affects Rocket.Chat versions up to and including 6.3.4.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-45621?

Currently, the best approach to mitigate CVE-2024-45621 is to upgrade to the patched version of Rocket.Chat.

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