How severe is CVE-2024-51379?

CVE-2024-51379 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2024-51379 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (44th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-51379?

CVE-2024-51379 affects Jatos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2024-51379?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2024-51379 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-51379 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-45335.

When was CVE-2024-51379 published?

CVE-2024-51379 was published on 2024-11-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-51379

CVE-2024-51379 is a high-severity vulnerability in Jatos with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4. 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

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.4)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (44th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-45335
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Jatos
Published: 2024-11-05
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability discovered in JATOS v3.9.3. The vulnerability exists in the description component of the study section, where an attacker can inject JavaScript into the description field. This allows for the execution of malicious scripts when an admin views the description, potentially leading to account takeover and unauthorized actions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-51379?: Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability discovered in JATOS v3.9.3. The vulnerability exists in the description component of the study section, where an attacker can inject JavaScript into the description field. This allows for the execution of malicious scripts when an admin views the description, potentially leading to account takeover and unauthorized actions.
How severe is CVE-2024-51379?: CVE-2024-51379 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2024-51379 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (44th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-51379?: CVE-2024-51379 affects Jatos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-51379?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-51379 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-51379 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-45335.
When was CVE-2024-51379 published?: CVE-2024-51379 was published on 2024-11-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://hacking-notes.medium.com/cve-2024-51379-jatos-v3-9-3-stored-xss-description-component-de49d0077a96

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:jatos:jatos:3.9.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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