CVE-2024-56364

Cross-site Scripting vulnerability in SimpleXLSXEx::readThemeColors, SimpleXLSXEx::getColorValue and SimpleXLSX::toHTMLEx

Description

SimpleXLSX is software for parsing and retrieving data from Excel XLSx files. Starting in 1.0.12 and ending in 1.1.13, when calling the extended toHTMLEx method, it is possible to execute arbitrary JavaScript code. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.1.13.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Affected: shuchkin simplexlsx
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/shuchkin/simplexlsx/security/advisories/GHSA-r87q-fj25-f8jf
https://github.com/shuchkin/simplexlsx/commit/71a5e3d40d14e33161f8a40b3fd02de542218ef0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56364?
CVE-2024-56364 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-56364?
To fix CVE-2024-56364, 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-2024-56364 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-56364 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-2024-56364?
CVE-2024-56364 affects shuchkin simplexlsx.
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