CVE-2017-18352: Rendertron - Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Summary
CVE-2017-18352: rendertron XSS vulnerability. Affects rendertron versions < 1.1.0. Fixed in 1.1.0. How to fix ↓
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Background
Rendertron is an npm package that provides a headless Chrome rendering solution for websites. It allows developers to render JavaScript-rendered pages on the server and return the rendered HTML to the client. This vulnerability affects Rendertron version 1.0.0.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in Rendertron 1.0.0 is related to error reporting. It allows for reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) attacks when invalid URLs are processed. An attacker can craft a malicious URL that, when accessed by a user, executes arbitrary JavaScript code in 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: 3.1.0 as of 22 Oct 2026
npm install rendertron@3.1.0Upgrading 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 known workaround for this vulnerability. It is crucial to update to the fixed version as soon as possible.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in Rendertron 1.0.0 allows for reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. To mitigate this risk, it is recommended to update the Rendertron package to version 1.1.0 or later. Failure to address this vulnerability may result in security breaches and unauthorized access to user data. For further support on vulnerability remediation, contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Rendertron is an npm package that enables server-side rendering of JavaScript-rendered pages.
The vulnerability allows for reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) attacks, which can lead to various security risks, such as session hijacking, data theft, or unauthorized actions on behalf of the user.
Rendertron version 1.0.0 is affected by this vulnerability.
To fix this vulnerability, update the Rendertron package to version 1.1.0 or later by running 'npm install rendertron@latest'.
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is crucial to update to the fixed version as soon as possible.
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