CVE-2019-11003: Cross-Site Scripting in materialize-css
Summary
CVE-2019-11003: Materialize-css vulnerable to Cross-site Scripting in autocomplete component. Affects materialize-css versions < 1.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
materialize-css is an npm package that provides a responsive front-end framework for building web applications. It offers a wide range of components and styles to create modern and visually appealing user interfaces. However, all versions of materialize-css are vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. The autocomplete component of the package does not properly sanitize user input, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript code if the malicious input is rendered by a user.
Vulnerability Detail
The Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in materialize-css arises from the lack of input sanitization in the autocomplete component. This allows an attacker to inject malicious JavaScript code that will be executed by unsuspecting users. The impact of this vulnerability can range from stealing sensitive user information, such as login credentials or personal data, to performing actions on behalf of the user without their consent. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 6.1, indicating a moderate severity level.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
As there is no official fix for this vulnerability, a possible workaround is to manually sanitize user input before rendering it using the autocomplete component. This can be achieved by implementing server-side input validation and sanitization techniques, such as using a library like DOMPurify to sanitize user input before displaying it to users.
Conclusion
materialize-css is vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks due to insufficient input sanitization in the autocomplete component. Currently, there is no fix available for this vulnerability. It is advised to use an alternative module that provides proper input sanitization until a fix is released. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
materialize-css is an npm package that provides a responsive front-end framework for building web applications. It offers a wide range of components and styles to create modern and visually appealing user interfaces.
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is a type of security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. This can lead to the execution of arbitrary code, theft of sensitive information, or unauthorized actions on behalf of the user.
The Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in materialize-css allows attackers to inject and execute arbitrary JavaScript code on web pages that utilize the autocomplete component. This can lead to the theft of sensitive user information or unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the user.
Currently, there is no fix available for this vulnerability in materialize-css. It is recommended to consider using an alternative module that provides proper input sanitization until a fix is made available by the package maintainers.
To protect your application from this vulnerability, it is recommended to implement server-side input validation and sanitization techniques. Additionally, consider using a library like DOMPurify to sanitize user input before displaying it to users.
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