Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in dmn-js-properties-panel
Summary
GHSA-h9wr-xr4r-66fh: Cross-Site Scripting in dmn-js-properties-panel. Affects dmn-js-properties-panel versions < 0.3.0. Fixed in 0.3.0. How to fix ↓
Check if this vulnerability affects your application
Upload a manifest or SBOM and we'll show whether you're affected, plus every other risky package in the same scan.
No signup required · Results in about 60 seconds
Background
The dmn-js-properties-panel package is an npm package that provides a properties panel for the DMN (Decision Model and Notation) editor. It allows users to view and edit properties of DMN diagrams. The package is widely used in web applications that incorporate DMN editors and is an essential component for managing and manipulating DMN diagrams.
Vulnerability Detail
The package versions prior to 0.8.0 are vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. This vulnerability arises due to the package's failure to properly sanitize user input in specially configured diagrams. As a result, an attacker can inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the embedding website, leading to potential unauthorized access, data theft, or other malicious activities.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
0.3.0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
npm install dmn-js-properties-panel@0.3.0Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Conclusion
The dmn-js-properties-panel package versions prior to 0.8.0 are vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. It is crucial for developers to upgrade to version 0.3.0 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. Failure to do so may expose applications to potential security breaches and unauthorized access. For further assistance or support in addressing this vulnerability, please contact DevNack.com.
See every vulnerability recorded for dmn-js-properties-panel →
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. This can lead to various attacks, such as stealing sensitive information, session hijacking, or defacing websites.
If your application uses a version of dmn-js-properties-panel prior to 0.8.0, it is vulnerable to XSS attacks. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of your application, potentially compromising user data or performing unauthorized actions.
At the time of this advisory, there are no known public exploits specifically targeting this vulnerability in dmn-js-properties-panel. However, it is important to promptly update to the fixed version to mitigate any potential risks.
No specific workaround is available for this vulnerability. It is recommended to upgrade to the fixed version of the package as soon as possible.
You can find more information about this vulnerability, including technical details and the fixed version, in the GitHub Advisory Database: https://github.com/github/advisory-database/blob/main/advisories/github-reviewed/2020/09/GHSA-h9wr-xr4r-66fh/GHSA-h9wr-xr4r-66fh.json
