Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
NocoDB versions before 0.301.0 allow authenticated users to upload SVG attachments that can run JavaScript when other users view them. This can let an attacker act through a victim’s browser, potentially exposing data or compromising accounts. The vendor advisory says version 0.301.0 fixes the issue.
Executive priority
Treat as high priority for any NocoDB environment with multiple users or sensitive data. The issue can support account compromise and data exposure after a victim views a malicious attachment. Upgrade planning should be prompt, but current sources do not show confirmed active exploitation.
Technical view
This is a stored XSS in NocoDB attachment handling involving SVG upload and inline rendering. It requires authentication and user interaction by a viewer. The payload executes under the NocoDB application origin. The CVE maps to CWE-434 and CWE-79 and has CVSS 4.0 score 8.5.
Likely exposure
Organizations running NocoDB below 0.301.0 are potentially exposed, especially where untrusted or broad user groups can upload attachments and other users view them. Exposure is lower where uploads are tightly restricted or SVG rendering is blocked, but those controls are not confirmed as vendor fixes.
Exploitation context
The source states exploitation requires an authenticated uploader and a victim viewing the stored attachment. The CVSS vector indicates network access, low complexity, low privileges, and user interaction. No CISA KEV listing or cited source confirms active exploitation.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE record and GitHub advisory reference. The issue is described as stored XSS via SVG upload in attachment handling before 0.301.0. Avoid assuming affected configurations beyond NocoDB <0.301.0. Active exploitation is not supported by the provided sources.
Mitigation direction
- Upgrade NocoDB to version 0.301.0 or later.
- Review the GitHub security advisory for vendor guidance.
- Restrict attachment uploads to trusted users until upgraded.
- Consider blocking SVG attachment rendering if supported by your deployment.
- Monitor for unusual account actions after attachment views.
Validation and detection
- Inventory all NocoDB instances and record versions.
- Confirm each instance is running 0.301.0 or later.
- Review attachment upload permissions and exposed workspaces.
- Check logs for suspicious SVG uploads before patching.
- Validate vendor advisory applicability against your deployment.
Public sources used
Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.
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CWE-434: File access and web shell behavior lookup
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Open ATT&CK lookupCWE-79: User-session and phishing behavior lookup
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- High
- CVSS
- 8.5 (4.0)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H/E:P
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CVSS vector scores
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CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H/E:P——Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 4.0 score
8.5HighVector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H/E:P
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://github.com/nocodb/nocodb/security/advisories/GHSA-q5c6-h22r-qpwrCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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CWE details
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Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.