CVE-2021-23445

CVE-2021-23445 is a low-severity vulnerability in Datatables Datatables.net with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.

Key facts

Description

This affects the package datatables.net before 1.11.3. If an array is passed to the HTML escape entities function it would not have its contents escaped.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-23445?
This affects the package datatables.net before 1.11.3. If an array is passed to the HTML escape entities function it would not have its contents escaped.
How severe is CVE-2021-23445?
CVE-2021-23445 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.1, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-23445 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-23445?
CVE-2021-23445 affects Datatables Datatables.net. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-23445?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2021-23445 published?
CVE-2021-23445 was published on 2021-09-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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