CVE-2022-31029

Authenticated XSS in Pi-hole AdminLTE

Description

AdminLTE is a Pi-hole Dashboard for stats and configuration. In affected versions inserting code like `<script>alert("XSS")</script>` in the field marked with "Domain to look for" and hitting <kbd>enter</kbd> (or clicking on any of the buttons) will execute the script. The user must be logged in to use this vulnerability. Usually only administrators have login access to pi-hole, minimizing the risks. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this issue.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.04%
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-cfr5-rqm5-9vhp third party advisory
https://github.com/pi-hole/AdminLTE/commit/b07372bd426ca8111824a0244dc89d07a7243509 third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-31029?
CVE-2022-31029 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-31029?
To fix CVE-2022-31029, 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-2022-31029 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-31029 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-2022-31029?
CVE-2022-31029 affects pi-hole AdminLTE.
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