XSS Vulnerability in Calibre-Web Allows Arbitrary JavaScript Code Execution

CVE-2021-3988
6.1MEDIUM

Key Information

Vendor
Janeczku
Status
Janeczku/calibre-web
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 November 2024

Summary

A Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in janeczku/calibre-web, specifically in the file `edit_books.js`. The vulnerability occurs when editing book properties, such as uploading a cover or a format. The affected code directly inserts user input into the DOM without proper sanitization, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code. This can lead to various attacks, including stealing cookies. The issue is present in the code handling the `#btn-upload-cover` change event.

Affected Version(s)

janeczku/calibre-web <= unspecified

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Risk change from: 6.1 to: 5.7 - (MEDIUM)

  • Risk change from: null to: 5.7 - (MEDIUM)

  • Vulnerability published.

  • Vulnerability Reserved.

Collectors

NVD DatabaseMitre Database
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