Reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) In ckeditor
Description
Fake objects feature vulnerability allowing to execute JavaScript code using malformed HTML.
Affected packages
The vulnerability has been discovered in Fake Objects plugin. All plugins with Fake Objects plugin dependency are affected:
Impact
A potential vulnerability has been discovered in CKEditor 4 Fake Objects package. The vulnerability allowed to inject malformed Fake Objects HTML, which could result in executing JavaScript code. It affects all users using the CKEditor 4 plugins listed above at version < 4.16.2.
Patches
The problem has been recognized and patched. The fix will be available in version 4.16.2.
For more information
Email us at [email protected] if you have any questions or comments about this advisory.
Acknowledgements
The CKEditor 4 team would like to thank Mika Kulmala (kulmik) for recognizing and reporting this vulnerability.
Mitigation
Update Impact
Minimal update. May introduce new vulnerabilities or breaking changes.
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