CVE-2021-45229

Apache Airflow: Reflected XSS via Origin Query Argument in URL

Description

It was discovered that the "Trigger DAG with config" screen was susceptible to XSS attacks via the `origin` query argument. This issue affects Apache Airflow versions 2.2.3 and below.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 3.88% Top 15%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Airflow
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/phx76cgtmhwwdy780rvwhobx8qoy4bnk mailing list vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-45229?
CVE-2021-45229 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-45229?
To fix CVE-2021-45229, 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-2021-45229 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-45229 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~4% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-45229?
CVE-2021-45229 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Airflow.
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