CVE-2024-36109

Cross-site Scripting with Markdown rendering in CoCalc

Description

CoCalc is web-based software that enables collaboration in research, teaching, and scientific publishing. In affected versions the markdown parser allows `<script>` tags to be included which execute when published. This issue has been addressed in commit `419862a9c9879c`. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

Category

7.6
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Affected: sagemathinc cocalc
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/sagemathinc/cocalc/security/advisories/GHSA-8w44-hggw-p5rf
https://github.com/sagemathinc/cocalc/commit/419862a9c9879c

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-36109?
CVE-2024-36109 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-36109?
To fix CVE-2024-36109, 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-2024-36109 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-36109 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-2024-36109?
CVE-2024-36109 affects sagemathinc cocalc.
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