CVE-2024-35224: openproject — Fix

Description

OpenProject is the leading open source project management software. OpenProject utilizes `tablesorter` inside of the Cost Report feature. This dependency, when misconfigured, can lead to Stored XSS via `{icon}` substitution in table header values. This attack requires the permissions "Edit work packages" as well as "Add attachments". A project admin could attempt to escalate their privileges by sending this XSS to a System Admin. Otherwise, if a full System Admin is required, then this attack is significantly less impactful. By utilizing a ticket's attachment, you can store javascript in the application itself and bypass the application's CSP policy to achieve Stored XSS. This vulnerability has been patched in version(s) 14.1.0, 14.0.2 and 13.4.2.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.6

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-80 CWE-80

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
openproject	openproject	< 13.4.2
openproject	openproject	14.0.0 — 14.0.2
openproject	openproject	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://github.com/opf/openproject/security/advisories/GHSA-h26c-j8wg-frjc https://github.com/opf/openproject/security/advisories/GHSA-h26c-j8wg-frjc

Other References

https://community.openproject.org/projects/openproject/work_packages/55198/relations https://community.openproject.org/projects/openproject/work_packages/55198/relations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-35224? +

OpenProject is the leading open source project management software. OpenProject utilizes `tablesorter` inside of the Cost Report feature. This dependency, when misconfigured, can lead to Stored XSS via `{icon}` substitution in table header values. This attack requires the permissions "Edit work packages" as well as "Add attachments". A project admin could attempt to escalate their privileges by sending this XSS to a System Admin. Otherwise, if a full System Admin is required, then this attack is significantly less impactful. By utilizing a ticket's attachment, you can store javascript in the application itself and bypass the application's CSP policy to achieve Stored XSS. This vulnerability has been patched in version(s) 14.1.0, 14.0.2 and 13.4.2. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.6 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-35224? +

CVE-2024-35224 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.6 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-35224? +

CVE-2024-35224 affects products from openproject, specifically: openproject. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-35224? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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