CVE-2023-42426
CVSS 3.1 Score 6.1 of 10 (medium)
Details
Summary
CVE-2023-42426 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in Froala Editor version 4.1.1, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting the 'Insert link' parameter in the 'Insert Image' component. This vulnerability has a base severity rating of MEDIUM and a base score of 6.1 according to NIST's National Vulnerability Database (NVD). The exploitability score is 2.8, indicating a moderate level of difficulty for attackers to exploit this vulnerability. No privileges are required for exploitation, but user interaction is required. The attack vector is through the network, and the impact on integrity and confidentiality is low. The availability impact is none. The vulnerability affects the s1G9X6 product and poses a potential danger to organizations using Froala Editor if left unremediated.
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