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GHSA-m6hv-x64c-27mm
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Summary
The nohtml config option, intended to prevent execution of JavaScript in user-uploaded HTML files, did not apply to SVG images.
Details
A user with write-permission could upload an SVG containing embedded JavaScript, which would execute in the context of whichever user opens it.
This in itself is not a vulnerability; it is intended behavior according to the SVG spec. The vulnerability is that the nohtml volflag, when enabled, did not prevent this.
nohtml, intended for use on volumes which contains untrusted files, would correctly prevent execution of javascript in HTML files, but did not consider SVG images. This has been fixed in v1.20.11.
Impact
The malicious JavaScript could move or delete existing files on the server, or upload new files, using the account of the person who opens the SVG.
The vulnerability can be exploited over the network without needing physical access. It is easy for an attacker to exploit this vulnerability. An attacker needs basic access or low-level privileges. The attacker needs the user to perform some action, like clicking a link. The impact is confined to the system where the vulnerability exists. There is a low impact on the confidentiality of the information. There is a low impact on the integrity of the data.
Exploitation attempts have been detected. Elevated vigilance and prompt remediation are advised.
The exploit probability is very low. The vulnerability is unlikely to be exploited in the next 30 days.
We did not find any exploit available. Neither in GitHub repositories nor in the Exploit-Database.
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