CVE-2024-56359

Cross-site Scripting vulnerability through HyperLink cells in grist-core

Description

grist-core is a spreadsheet hosting server. A user visiting a malicious document and clicking on a link in a HyperLink cell using a control modifier (meaning for example Ctrl+click) could have their account compromised, since the link could use the javascript: scheme and be evaluated in the context of their current page. This issue has been patched in version 1.3.2. Users are advised to upgrade. Users unable to upgrade should avoid clicking on HyperLink cell links using a control modifier in documents prepared by people they do not trust.

Category

8.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: gristlabs grist-core
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/gristlabs/grist-core/security/advisories/GHSA-qv69-5cj2-53r9 vendor advisory
https://github.com/gristlabs/grist-core/commit/a792bdc43b456dbdd6fdc50d8747f4c349fab2f4 patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56359?
CVE-2024-56359 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-56359?
To fix CVE-2024-56359, 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-2024-56359 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-56359 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-2024-56359?
CVE-2024-56359 affects gristlabs grist-core.
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