CVE-2022-21715

Cross-site Scripting Vulnerability in CodeIgniter4

Description

CodeIgniter4 is the 4.x branch of CodeIgniter, a PHP full-stack web framework. A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability was found in `API\ResponseTrait` in Codeigniter4 prior to version 4.1.8. Attackers can do XSS attacks if a potential victim is using `API\ResponseTrait`. Version 4.1.8 contains a patch for this vulnerability. There are two potential workarounds available. Users may avoid using `API\ResponseTrait` or `ResourceController` Users may also disable Auto Route and use defined routes only.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.62%
Vendor Advisory github.io
Affected: codeigniter4 CodeIgniter4
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/codeigniter4/CodeIgniter4/security/advisories/GHSA-7528-7jg5-6g62 mitigation third party advisory
https://github.com/codeigniter4/CodeIgniter4/commit/70d881cf5322b7c32e69516aebd2273ac6a1e8dd third party advisory patch
https://codeigniter4.github.io/userguide/incoming/routing.html#use-defined-routes-only mitigation vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-21715?
CVE-2022-21715 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-21715?
To fix CVE-2022-21715, 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-2022-21715 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-21715 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-21715?
CVE-2022-21715 affects codeigniter4 CodeIgniter4.
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