Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in PHPSpreadsheet by PhpOffice
CVE-2024-45292

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
PhpOffice
Status
PHPSpreadsheet
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 October 2024

Summary

A security flaw in the PHPSpreadsheet library allows attackers to exploit the improper handling of 'javascript:' URLs in hyperlink href attributes. This vulnerability can lead to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks where malicious scripts are executed in the context of an unsuspecting user's browser. The vulnerability affects users of PHPSpreadsheet versions prior to 1.29.2, 2.1.1, and 2.3.0. It is crucial for all users to upgrade to these versions to mitigate the risk, as there are no viable workarounds available to neutralize this threat.

References

https://github.com/PHPOffice/PhpSpreadsheet/security/advi...

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

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