CVE-2023-28427

High

Description

matrix-js-sdk is a Matrix messaging protocol Client-Server SDK for JavaScript. In versions prior to 24.0.0 events sent with special strings in key places can temporarily disrupt or impede the matrix-js-sdk from functioning properly, potentially impacting the consumer's ability to process data safely. Note that the matrix-js-sdk can appear to be operating normally but be excluding or corrupting runtime data presented to the consumer. This vulnerability is distinct from GHSA-rfv9-x7hh-xc32 which covers a similar issue. The issue has been patched in matrix-js-sdk 24.0.0 and users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

SeverityHigh
CVSS8.2
Exploit probability—
ProductMatrix Javascript Sdk
PublishedMar 28, 2023
First seenMar 28, 2023

How to fix

Update
  • matrix javascript_sdk24.0.0 or later
  • matrix-js-sdk24.0.0 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
matrix javascript_sdkv < 24.0.024.0.0
matrix-js-sdknpmv < 24.0.024.0.0

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