CVE-2024-8372: AngularJS improper sanitization in 'srcset' attribute

Published Sep 9, 2024
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Updated

Improper sanitization of the value of the '[srcset]' attribute in AngularJS allows attackers to bypass common image source restrictions, which can also lead to a form of Content Spoofing https://owasp.org/www-community/attacks/ContentSpoofing .

This issue affects AngularJS versions 1.3.0-rc.4 and greater.

Note: The AngularJS project is End-of-Life and will not receive any updates to address this issue. For more information see here https://docs.angularjs.org/misc/version-support-status .

Other sources

Improper sanitization of the value of the 'srcset' attribute in AngularJS allows attackers to bypass common image source restrictions, which can also lead to a form of Content Spoofing https://owasp.org/www-community/attacks/ContentSpoofing .

This issue affects AngularJS versions 1.3.0-rc.4 and greater.

Note: The AngularJS project is End-of-Life and will not receive any updates to address this issue. For more information see here https://docs.angularjs.org/misc/version-support-status .

MITRE

Improper sanitization of the value of the [srcset] attribute in AngularJS allows attackers to bypass common image source restrictions, which can also lead to a form of Content Spoofing https://owasp.org/www-community/attacks/ContentSpoofing .

This issue affects AngularJS versions 1.3.0-rc.4 and greater.

Note: The AngularJS project is End-of-Life and will not receive any updates to address this issue. For more information see here https://docs.angularjs.org/misc/version-support-status .

GitHub

Affected Software

10 affected components
npm/angular>=1.3.0-rc.4<=1.8.3
angularjs Angular.js>=1.3.1<1.9.6
angularjs Angular.js=1.3.0-rc4
angularjs Angular.js=1.3.0-rc5
angularjs AngularJS>=1.3.1<=1.8.3
angularjs AngularJS=1.3.0-rc4
angularjs AngularJS=1.3.0-rc5
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Event History

Sep 9, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:46 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:46 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Advisory Published
via GitHub·03:30 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8372?

CVE-2024-8372 has been classified with a medium severity rating due to improper sanitization of the '[srcset]' attribute.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8372?

To fix CVE-2024-8372, upgrade AngularJS to a version that is not affected, specifically above 1.8.3 or to 1.9.6 and later.

3

What versions of AngularJS are affected by CVE-2024-8372?

CVE-2024-8372 affects AngularJS versions between 1.3.0-rc.4 and 1.8.3, including 1.3.0-rc4 and 1.3.0-rc5.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2024-8372 facilitate?

CVE-2024-8372 allows attackers to bypass image source restrictions, potentially leading to content spoofing.

5

Is CVE-2024-8372 a known vulnerability in AngularJS?

Yes, CVE-2024-8372 is a known vulnerability related to improper sanitization in AngularJS.

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