CVE-2022-36060

Prototype pollution in matrix-react-sdk

Description

matrix-react-sdk is a Matrix chat protocol SDK for React Javascript. Events sent with special strings in key places can temporarily disrupt or impede the matrix-react-sdk from functioning properly, such as by causing room or event tile crashes. The remainder of the application can appear functional, though certain rooms/events will not be rendered. This issue has been fixed in matrix-react-sdk 3.53.0 and users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

Category

8.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.18%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: matrix-org matrix-react-sdk
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/security/advisories/GHSA-2x9c-qwgf-94xr vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-36060?
CVE-2022-36060 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-36060?
To fix CVE-2022-36060, 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-2022-36060 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-36060 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-2022-36060?
CVE-2022-36060 affects matrix-org matrix-react-sdk.
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