CVE-2021-41169

Improper Neutralization HTML tags in sulu/sulu

Description

Sulu is an open-source PHP content management system based on the Symfony framework. In versions before 1.6.43 are subject to stored cross site scripting attacks. HTML input into Tag names is not properly sanitized. Only admin users are allowed to create tags. Users are advised to upgrade.

Category

6.2
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.29%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: sulu sulu
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/sulu/sulu/security/advisories/GHSA-h58v-g3q6-q9fx third party advisory
https://github.com/sulu/sulu/commit/20007ac70a3af3c9e53a6acb0ef8794b65642445 third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-41169?
CVE-2021-41169 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-41169?
To fix CVE-2021-41169, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-41169 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-41169 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-41169?
CVE-2021-41169 affects sulu sulu.
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