Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Rocket.Chat Server
CVE-2020-8288

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Rocket.chat

Status
Rocket.chat Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 January 2021

What is CVE-2020-8288?

The specializedRendering function in Rocket.Chat Server versions before 3.9.2 is prone to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability. This issue is triggered by a crafted value parameter, allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. If exploited, this vulnerability could enable unauthorized access to user data or manipulation of web content.

Affected Version(s)

Rocket.Chat server Fixed in 3.9.2

References

https://hackerone.com/reports/899954
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https://rocket.chat/xss-vulnerability-hotfix-available-fo...
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https://docs.rocket.chat/guides/security/security-updates
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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