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Reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) In mustache

Description

Cross-Site Scripting in mustache Versions of mustache prior to 2.2.1 are affected by a cross-site scripting vulnerability when attributes in mustache templates are not quoted.

Example

Template: <a href={{foo}}/>

Input: { 'foo' : 'test.com onload=alert(1)'}

Rendered result: <a href=test.com onload=alert(1)/>

Recommendation

Update to version 2.2.1 or later. Alternatively, ensure that all attributes in hmustache templates are encapsulated with quotes.

Mitigation

Update Impact

Minimal update. May introduce new vulnerabilities or breaking changes.

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