CVE-2024-7739 yzane vscode-markdown-pdf cross site scripting
A cross-site scripting vulnerability in the vscode-markdown-pdf extension allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2024-7739?
CVE-2024-7739 is a medium-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in yzane vscode-markdown-pdf, published on 13 Aug 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in yzane vscode-markdown-pdf 1.5.0. This affects an unknown part. The manipulation leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
Weakness: CWE-79
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-7739?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Yzane Markdown Pdf.
How do I fix CVE-2024-7739?
No fix has been published for CVE-2024-7739 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Escape output for the context it lands in and set a strict Content Security Policy. Upgrading the affected component is the real fix. More about Cross-site scripting.
Is CVE-2024-7739 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-7739 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in yzane vscode-markdown-pdf
Sources
Also known as GHSA-hp2v-428v-v89g.