HeroDevs Addresses Three CVEs in Unsupported Bootstrap
Addressing CVE-2024-6484, CVE-2024-6485, and CVE-2024-6531
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HeroDevs has recently released patches for three medium-risk vulnerabilities affecting Bootstrap 3 and 4. These vulnerabilities were discovered by security researchers and disclosed through HeroDevs.
- CVE-2024-6484: A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Bootstrap 3 Carousel component.
- CVE-2024-6485: An XSS vulnerability in the Bootstrap 3 Button component.
- CVE-2024-6531: An XSS vulnerability in the Bootstrap 4 Carousel component.
For detailed information on each CVE, please visit our Vulnerability Directory.
Why These Vulnerabilities Matter
Cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks can have severe consequences, including:
- Data Theft: Attackers can steal sensitive user data.
- Session Hijacking: User sessions can be taken over, leading to unauthorized access.
- Malware Distribution: Malicious scripts can be injected to distribute malware.
Actions to Take
To protect your applications from these vulnerabilities, consider the following steps:
- Upgrade: Migrate to the latest version of Bootstrap.
- Partner with HeroDevs: Use HeroDevs for post-end-of-life security support and ensure your Bootstrap applications remain secure, compliant, and compatible.
HeroDevs' Commitment to Security
Despite Bootstrap 3 and 4 reaching their end-of-life, HeroDevs has stepped up to provide critical patches addressing these vulnerabilities. These patches ensure that vulnerable attributes are properly sanitized, blocking potential XSS attacks through these vectors.
HeroDevs clients paying for Bootstrap Never-Ending Support received the fix for these issues in the latest NES versions.
Please contact our support team if you haven’t installed the latest versions yet or need assistance.
For all other Bootstrap users, please consider a speedy migration away from these deprecated versions. Alternatively, explore how easy it is to receive secure Bootstrap updates from HeroDevs.
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HeroDevs provides ongoing support for deprecated software, ensuring your applications are protected even after official support ends. Contact us for more details on how to keep your systems secure and up-to-date.
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