Cross-Site Scripting in CKEditor HTML Data Processor
CVE-2020-9281

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Key Information:

Vendor: Ckeditor
Status: Ckeditor
Vendor: CVE Published:; 7 March 2020

What is CVE-2020-9281?

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in the HTML Data Processor of CKEditor 4.0 versions prior to 4.14. This flaw enables remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts through specially crafted 'protected' comments using the cke_protected syntax. Effective exploitation can lead to unauthorized actions, data manipulation, or a full compromise of web applications that utilize this editor. It is crucial for users to update to the latest version to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

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