QID 980331

QID 980331: Nodejs (npm) Security Update for ckeditor4 (GHSA-wpvm-wqr4-p7cw)

It was possible to execute a ReDoS-type attack inside CKEditor 4 before 4.16 by persuading a victim to paste crafted URL-like text into the editor, and then press Enter or Space (in the Autolink plugin).

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted user.

  • CVSS V3 rated as High - 6.5 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 4.3 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-wpvm-wqr4-p7cw for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 980331

    CVE-2021-26272 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-wpvm-wqr4-p7cw ckeditor4 URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-wpvm-wqr4-p7cw
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