Learn about CVE-2020-13429, a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Pie Chart Panel plugin for Grafana before 1.5.0. Find out how to mitigate the risk and protect your systems.
A vulnerability in the legend.ts file of the Pie Chart Panel plugin for Grafana before version 1.5.0 allows for XSS attacks via the Values Header option.
Understanding CVE-2020-13429
This CVE identifies a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Pie Chart Panel plugin for Grafana.
What is CVE-2020-13429?
The vulnerability in legend.ts of the Pie Chart Panel plugin allows malicious actors to execute XSS attacks through the Values Header option.
The Impact of CVE-2020-13429
The XSS vulnerability can be exploited by attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data theft.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-13429
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The issue lies in legend.ts of the Pie Chart Panel plugin, enabling XSS attacks via the legend header option.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts through the Values Header (legend header) option in the Pie Chart Panel plugin.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-13429 requires immediate actions and long-term security measures.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates
Ensure all software components, including plugins like Pie Chart Panel, are regularly updated to the latest secure versions.