CVE-2008-6681: Cross-Site Scripting in dojo
Summary
CVE-2008-6681: Cross-Site Scripting in dojo. Affects dojo versions < 1.1.0. Fixed in 1.1.0. How to fix ↓
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Background
Dojo is an open-source JavaScript toolkit that provides a comprehensive set of features for building web applications. It includes various components, such as dijit.Editor and textarea, which allow users to input and edit text. These components execute the contents as JavaScript, even when sanitized, making them vulnerable to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
Vulnerability Detail
The affected versions of dojo, specifically versions <= 1.0, are susceptible to a cross-site scripting vulnerability. This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts into the dijit.Editor and textarea components, which will be executed by the browser. Even if the input is sanitized, the components still execute the contents as JavaScript, enabling the execution of arbitrary code on the user's browser. This can lead to various security risks, such as session hijacking, data theft, or unauthorized actions on behalf of the user.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 1.17.3 as of 23 Oct 2026
npm install dojo@1.17.3Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
1.1.0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. However, as a general best practice, it is recommended to implement input validation and output encoding to prevent XSS attacks. Additionally, web developers can use Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to restrict the execution of scripts from external sources.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the dojo package is vulnerable to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack in the dijit.Editor and textarea components. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial to update to version 1.1 or later. Implementing input validation, output encoding, and Content Security Policy (CSP) headers can further enhance the security of web applications. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Cross-site scripting (XSS) is a type of security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. These scripts can be used to steal sensitive information, manipulate web content, or perform unauthorized actions on behalf of the user.
This vulnerability affects the dijit.Editor and textarea components in dojo. These components execute user input as JavaScript, even when sanitized, making them vulnerable to XSS attacks. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to inject and execute malicious scripts on the user's browser.
The consequences of this vulnerability can vary depending on the attacker's intentions. It can lead to session hijacking, where the attacker gains unauthorized access to a user's session. It can also result in data theft, where sensitive information entered in the affected components is captured by the attacker. Furthermore, the attacker can perform unauthorized actions on behalf of the user, potentially causing damage or compromising the user's privacy.
No, only versions of dojo <= 1.0 are affected by this vulnerability. Updating to version 1.1 or later will address the issue and protect against this vulnerability.
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