CVE-2024-38527

Cross-site Scripting in ZenUML

Description

ZenUML is JavaScript-based diagramming tool that requires no server, using Markdown-inspired text definitions and a renderer to create and modify sequence diagrams. Markdown-based comments in the ZenUML diagram syntax are susceptible to Cross-site Scripting (XSS). The comment feature allows the user to attach small notes for reference. This feature allows the user to enter in their comment in markdown comment, allowing them to use common markdown features, such as `**` for bolded text. However, the markdown text is currently not sanitized before rendering, allowing an attacker to enter a malicious payload for the comment which leads to XSS. This puts existing applications that use ZenUML unsandboxed at risk of arbitrary JavaScript execution when rendering user-controlled diagrams. This vulnerability was patched in version 3.23.25,

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Affected: mermaid-js zenuml-core
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38527?
CVE-2024-38527 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-38527?
To fix CVE-2024-38527, 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-2024-38527 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-38527 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-2024-38527?
CVE-2024-38527 affects mermaid-js zenuml-core.
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