CVE-2021-41175

Public Exploit
Stored XSS in Client Groups Management (Authenticated)

Description

Pi-hole's Web interface (based on AdminLTE) provides a central location to manage one's Pi-hole and review the statistics generated by FTLDNS. Prior to version 5.8, cross-site scripting is possible when adding a client via the groups-clients management page. This issue was patched in version 5.8.

Category

7.3
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.43%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: pi-hole AdminLTE
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/pi-hole/AdminLTE/security/advisories/GHSA-mhr8-7rvg-8r43 third party advisory exploit
https://github.com/pi-hole/AdminLTE/commit/01191c7a1b8d5032991ed9d88e0db8d3dbec744d third party advisory patch
https://github.com/pi-hole/AdminLTE/releases/tag/v5.8 third party advisory release notes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-41175?
CVE-2021-41175 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-41175?
To fix CVE-2021-41175, 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-2021-41175 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-41175 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2021-41175?
CVE-2021-41175 affects pi-hole AdminLTE.
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