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CVE-2021-33570: Postbird 0.8.4 allows stored XSS via the onerror attribute of an IMG element in any PostgreSQL database table.

Postbird 0.8.4 allows stored XSS via the onerror attribute of an IMG element in any PostgreSQL database table. This can result in reading local files via vectors involving XMLHttpRequest and open of a file:/// URL, or discovering PostgreSQL passwords via vectors involving Window.localStorage and savedConnections.

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Postbird 0.8.4 can execute stored script content when viewing database table data. If abused, this could expose local files or saved PostgreSQL connection details from the user running Postbird. Business risk is highest where analysts or administrators open databases containing untrusted or attacker-controlled rows. Exposure appears limited to environments using Postbird 0.8.4, especially when users view PostgreSQL tables containing untrusted data. The bundle does not identify broader affected versions or formal product CPEs. Prioritize if Postbird is used by administrators or staff with privileged database access. The main concern is credential and local data exposure from a workstation, not remote compromise of PostgreSQL itself. Mitigation focus: Check vendor or project guidance for fixed versions or recommended remediation.; Avoid using Postbird 0.8.4 against databases containing untrusted table data.; Restrict PostgreSQL write access where Postbird users review table contents..

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