Vulnerability Description
ghtml is software that uses tagged templates for template engine functionality. It is possible to introduce user-controlled JavaScript code and trigger a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in some cases. Version 2.0.0 introduces changes to mitigate this issue. Version 2.0.0 contains updated documentation to clarify that while ghtml escapes characters with special meaning in HTML, it does not provide comprehensive protection against all types of XSS attacks in every scenario. This aligns with the approach taken by other template engines. Developers should be cautious and take additional measures to sanitize user input and prevent potential vulnerabilities. Additionally, the backtick character (`) is now also escaped to prevent the creation of strings in most cases where a malicious actor somehow gains the ability to write JavaScript. This does not provide comprehensive protection either.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/gurgunday/ghtml/commit/df1ea50fe8968a766fd2b9379a8f9806375227
- https://github.com/gurgunday/ghtml/security/advisories/GHSA-vvhj-v88f-5gxr
- https://github.com/gurgunday/ghtml/commit/df1ea50fe8968a766fd2b9379a8f9806375227
- https://github.com/gurgunday/ghtml/security/advisories/GHSA-vvhj-v88f-5gxr
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-37166?
CVE-2024-37166 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.9 (HIGH). ghtml is software that uses tagged templates for template engine functionality. It is possible to introduce user-controlled JavaScript code and trigger a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in so...
How severe is CVE-2024-37166?
CVE-2024-37166 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-37166?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.