CVE-2016-1000241: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in pivottable
Summary
CVE-2016-1000241: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in pivottable. Affects pivottable versions >= 1.4.0, < 2.0.0. Fixed in 2.0.0. How to fix ↓
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Background
pivottable is an npm package that provides a mechanism for rendering JSON elements. It is used to create interactive pivot tables and charts in web applications. The package allows users to analyze and visualize data in a tabular format. However, versions prior to 2.0.0 are vulnerable to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in pivottable arises from a new mechanism used to render JSON elements. This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users of applications that utilize the affected versions of pivottable. If successfully exploited, the XSS attack can lead to various consequences, such as unauthorized access to sensitive information, session hijacking, or the execution of arbitrary code in the context of the user's browser.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 2.23.0 as of 22 Oct 2026
npm install pivottable@2.23.0Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
2.0.0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, the pivottable package prior to version 2.0.0 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks. It is crucial to update to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
pivottable is an npm package used for creating interactive pivot tables and charts in web applications.
Cross-site scripting (XSS) is a type of security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users.
If exploited, this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, session hijacking, or the execution of arbitrary code in the user's browser.
To fix this vulnerability, update to version 2.0.0 or later of the pivottable package.
No, updating to the fixed version is the recommended solution.
