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CVE-2021-43861

Mermaid is a Javascript based diagramming and charting tool that uses Markdown-i...

High CVSS 7.2

Overview

Mermaid is a Javascript based diagramming and charting tool that uses Markdown-inspired text definitions and a renderer to create and modify complex diagrams. Prior to version 8.13.8, malicious diagrams can run javascript code at diagram readers' machines. Users should upgrade to version 8.13.8 to receive a patch. There are no known workarounds aside from upgrading.

CWE: CWE-20 Published: 2021-12-30T14:15:07.547
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟠 HIGH.

  • CVSS: 7.2 (HIGH)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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