CVE-2024-8017

Cross-site Scripting (XSS) in open-webui/open-webui

Description

An XSS vulnerability exists in open-webui/open-webui versions <= 0.3.8, specifically in the function that constructs the HTML for tooltips. This vulnerability allows attackers to perform operations with the victim's privileges, such as stealing chat history, deleting chats, and escalating their own account to an admin if the victim is an admin.

Category

9.0
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: open-webui open-webui/open-webui
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8017?
CVE-2024-8017 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8017?
To fix CVE-2024-8017, 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-2024-8017 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-8017 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-2024-8017?
CVE-2024-8017 affects open-webui open-webui/open-webui.
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