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CVE-2015-6752: Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Search API Autocomplete module 7.x-1.x before 7.x-1.3 for D...

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Search API Autocomplete module 7.x-1.x before 7.x-1.3 for Drupal, when the search index is configured to use the HTML filter processor, allows remote authenticated users with certain permissions to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors, which are not properly handled in the returned suggestions.

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Plain-English summary

This vulnerability affects some Drupal sites using the Search API Autocomplete module. If configured with the HTML filter processor, an authenticated user with certain permissions could inject script or HTML that appears in autocomplete suggestions. The main business risk is browser-side compromise of users who view poisoned suggestions.

Executive priority

Treat this as a targeted remediation item, not an emergency absent exploitation evidence. Prioritize affected public Drupal sites where many authenticated users can contribute searchable content or where administrators may view autocomplete suggestions.

Technical view

CVE-2015-6752 is an XSS issue in Search API Autocomplete 7.x-1.x before 7.x-1.3 for Drupal. The CVE states returned suggestions did not properly handle injected web script or HTML when the search index used the HTML filter processor. The exact vectors and required permissions are not specified in the bundle.

Likely exposure

Exposure appears limited to Drupal 7 sites running Search API Autocomplete 7.x-1.x before 7.x-1.3, with the search index configured to use the HTML filter processor, and with authenticated users holding the relevant permissions.

Exploitation context

The bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or public active exploitation evidence. The CVE describes remote authenticated exploitation under specific configuration and permission conditions, but does not provide exploit details or confirmed real-world abuse.

Researcher notes

Key unknowns are the exact injection vector, permission requirement, and whether the issue is stored or reflected through suggestions. Validate configuration before rating exposure. Do not assume all Drupal or all Search API Autocomplete deployments are affected.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade Search API Autocomplete to 7.x-1.3 or later where applicable.
  • Review Drupal advisory guidance for any version-specific remediation notes.
  • Disable the HTML filter processor for affected search indexes if not required.
  • Restrict permissions that allow authenticated users to influence indexed autocomplete content.
  • Clear or rebuild affected search indexes after remediation if vendor guidance recommends it.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Drupal sites for Search API Autocomplete module versions.
  • Confirm whether any search index uses the HTML filter processor.
  • Review roles and permissions tied to content that feeds autocomplete suggestions.
  • Check Drupal security advisory records for the installed module release.
  • Verify autocomplete suggestions render safely after upgrade or configuration changes.
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