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CVE-2021-46708: 
JavaScript vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

The swagger-ui-dist package before version 4.1.3 for Node.js contains a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to hijack clicking actions of victims. The vulnerability was assigned CVE-2021-46708 and was disclosed in March 2022 (NVD, CVE).

Technical details

The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-1021 (Improper Restriction of Rendered UI Layers or Frames). The issue affects the swagger-ui-dist package's handling of user interface elements, potentially allowing unauthorized frame window operations (NVD).

Impact

When successfully exploited, this vulnerability could lead to the disclosure of sensitive information and allow attackers to hijack victim's click actions. The attacker could potentially launch further attacks against the victim through this compromised interaction (NVD, Snyk).

Mitigation and workarounds

The recommended mitigation is to upgrade the swagger-ui-dist package to version 4.1.3 or higher. This version contains the necessary security fixes to address the vulnerability (NPM, Snyk).

Additional resources

Source: This report was generated using AI

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