#VU64171 Code Injection in draw.io - CVE-2022-2014

Vulnerability identifier: #VU64171

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.8 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-2014

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
draw.io
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: JGraph

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript code.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the nodeName and nodeValue parameters in the tooltips function. A remote attacker can trick the victim to visit a specially crafted link and execute arbitrary JavaScript code in victim's browser in the security context of the website.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

draw.io: 19.0.0 - 19.0.1

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External links
https://github.com/jgraph/drawio/commit/3d3f819d7a04da7d53b37cc0ca4269c157ba2825
https://huntr.dev/bounties/911a4ada-7fd6-467a-a464-b88604b16ffc

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.