CVE-2025-52277: YesWiki Cross Site Scripting Vulnerability
Summary
CVE-2025-52277: YesWiki Cross Site Scripting vulnerability. Affects yeswiki/yeswiki versions < 4.5.4. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
YesWiki is an open-source wiki software that allows users to create and manage collaborative websites. It is designed for ease of use, enabling users to edit content without needing extensive technical knowledge. The software supports various features such as page creation, user management, and customization through plugins. However, it is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS) attacks, particularly in version 4.5.4, which can lead to unauthorized code execution.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability arises from improper handling of user input in the meta configuration robots field. A remote attacker can exploit this weakness by crafting a malicious payload that, when processed by the application, executes arbitrary code in the user's browser. This can lead to data theft, session hijacking, or further exploitation of the affected system. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-79, which pertains to improper input validation that allows for XSS attacks.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can sanitize input fields and implement Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to mitigate the risk of XSS attacks. However, this does not fully resolve the underlying issue and should only be considered until the software can be updated.
Conclusion
The Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in YesWiki version 4.5.4 poses a significant risk to users, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. It is crucial for users to update to the latest version to mitigate this risk and ensure the security of their applications.
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FAQ
The CVSS score of this vulnerability is 6.1, indicating a moderate severity level.
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If exploited, this vulnerability can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, leading to data theft, session hijacking, or further exploitation of the system.
Yes, updating to the latest version of YesWiki will patch this vulnerability. Ensure you run composer update yeswiki/yeswiki.
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) is a security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data exposure.
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