Vulnerability Description
Joplin version prior to 1.0.90 contains a XSS evolving into code execution due to enabled nodeIntegration for that particular BrowserWindow instance where XSS was identified from vulnerability in Note content field - information on the fix can be found here https://github.com/laurent22/joplin/commit/494e235e18659574f836f84fcf9f4d4fcdcfcf89 that can result in executing unauthorized code within the rights in which the application is running. This attack appear to be exploitable via Victim synchronizing notes from the cloud services or other note-keeping services which contain malicious code. This vulnerability appears to have been fixed in 1.0.90 and later.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joplin Project | Joplin | < 1.0.90 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/laurent22/joplin/commit/494e235e18659574f836f84fcf9f4d4fcdcfcPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/laurent22/joplin/issues/500ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/laurent22/joplin/commit/494e235e18659574f836f84fcf9f4d4fcdcfcPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/laurent22/joplin/issues/500ExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-1000534?
CVE-2018-1000534 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). Joplin version prior to 1.0.90 contains a XSS evolving into code execution due to enabled nodeIntegration for that particular BrowserWindow instance where XSS was identified from vulnerability in Note...
How severe is CVE-2018-1000534?
CVE-2018-1000534 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-1000534?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Joplin Project Joplin.