CVE-2024-6531: XSS in Bootstrap carousel component
First published: Thu Jul 11 2024(Updated: )
A vulnerability has been identified in Bootstrap that exposes users to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. The issue is present in the carousel component, where the data-slide and data-slide-to attributes can be exploited through the href attribute of an <a> tag due to inadequate sanitization. This vulnerability could potentially enable attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript within the victim's browser.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| maven/org.webjars.npm:bootstrap | >=4.0.0<=4.6.2 | 5.0.0 |
| maven/org.webjars:bootstrap | >=4.0.0<=4.6.2 | 5.0.0 |
| composer/twbs/bootstrap | >=4.0.0<=4.6.2 | 5.0.0 |
| nuget/bootstrap.sass | >=4.0.0<=4.6.2 | 5.0.0 |
| nuget/bootstrap | >=4.0.0<=4.6.2 | 5.0.0 |
| rubygems/bootstrap | >=4.0.0<=4.6.2 | 5.0.0 |
| npm/bootstrap | >=4.0.0<=4.6.2 | 5.0.0 |
| Bootstrap | >=4.0.0<=4.6.2 | |
| Debian Linux | =11.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.herodevs.com/vulnerability-directory/cve-2024-6531
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-6531
- https://github.com/rubysec/ruby-advisory-db/blob/master/gems/bootstrap/CVE-2024-6531.yml
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-vc8w-jr9v-vj7f (Advisory)
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/04/msg00021.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6531?
CVE-2024-6531 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the risk of Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6531?
To fix CVE-2024-6531, update Bootstrap to version 5.0.0 or later.
What components of Bootstrap are affected by CVE-2024-6531?
CVE-2024-6531 affects the carousel component in Bootstrap where the data-slide and data-slide-to attributes are vulnerable.
How can CVE-2024-6531 be exploited?
CVE-2024-6531 can be exploited through inadequate sanitization of the href attribute in <a> tags within the carousel component.
What versions of Bootstrap are vulnerable to CVE-2024-6531?
Bootstrap versions from 4.0.0 to 4.6.2 are vulnerable to CVE-2024-6531.
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