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GHSA-vv2v-pw69-8crf
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Summary
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists that allows users with upload files and edit item permissions to inject malicious JavaScript through the Block Editor interface. Attackers can bypass Content Security Policy (CSP) restrictions by combining file uploads with iframe srcdoc attributes, resulting in persistent XSS execution.
Details
The vulnerability arises from insufficient sanitization in the Block Editor interface when processing JSON content containing HTML elements. The attack requires two permissions:
upload files- To upload malicious JavaScript filesedit item- To create or modify content with the Block Editor
Attack Vector:
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JavaScript File Upload: Attackers upload a malicious JavaScript file via the files endpoint, obtaining a file ID accessible through the assets directory
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Block Editor Exploitation: Using a JSON field with Block Editor interface, attackers inject raw HTML containing an iframe with srcdoc attribute that references the uploaded file
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CSP Bypass: The iframe srcdoc technique circumvents existing CSP protections by creating a new document context that loads the uploaded script
The payload is injected through direct API manipulation (PATCH request) to bypass client-side validation, targeting the Block Editor's paragraph data structure within the JSON content field.
Impact
This vulnerability enables:
- Persistent XSS - Malicious scripts execute whenever affected content is viewed
- Session hijacking - Access to authentication tokens and cookies of users viewing the content
- Administrative compromise - If administrators view infected content, their elevated privileges can be exploited
- CSP bypass - Demonstrates ineffective security controls, potentially affecting other protections
- Data exfiltration - Ability to steal sensitive information displayed in the application
- Phishing attacks - Injection of convincing fake login forms or malicious redirects
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. There is a low impact on the availability of the system.
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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