CVE-2025-3573: XSS
First published: Tue Apr 15 2025(Updated: )
Versions of the package jquery-validation before 1.20.0 are vulnerable to Cross-site Scripting (XSS) in the showLabel() function, which may take input from a user-controlled placeholder value. This value will populate a message via $.validator.messages in a user localizable dictionary.
Credit: report@snyk.io
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| jQuery Validation | <1.20.0 | |
| npm/jquery-validation | <1.20.0 | 1.20.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://security.snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-JQUERYVALIDATION-5952285
- https://github.com/jquery-validation/jquery-validation/pull/2462
- https://github.com/jquery-validation/jquery-validation/commit/7a490d8f39bd988027568ddcf51755e1f4688902
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-3573
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-rrj2-ph5q-jxw2 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-3573?
CVE-2025-3573 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2025-3573?
To fix CVE-2025-3573, upgrade jquery-validation to version 1.20.0 or later.
What specific function is vulnerable in CVE-2025-3573?
The vulnerable function in CVE-2025-3573 is showLabel() which handles user-controlled placeholder values.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2025-3573?
CVE-2025-3573 affects versions of jquery-validation prior to 1.20.0.
What impact does CVE-2025-3573 have on web applications?
CVE-2025-3573 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of a user's browser, leading to security breaches.
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