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CVE-2024-26143

MEDIUM

Rails has possible XSS Vulnerability in Action Controller

Published February 27, 2024Updated June 8, 2026Source: osv

Summary

# Possible XSS Vulnerability in Action Controller There is a possible XSS vulnerability when using the translation helpers (`translate`, `t`, etc) in Action Controller. This vulnerability has been assigned the CVE identifier CVE-2024-26143. Versions Affected: >= 7.0.0. Not affected: < 7.0.0 Fixed Versions: 7.1.3.1, 7.0.8.1 Impact ------ Applications using translation methods like `translate`, or `t` on a controller, with a key ending in "_html", a `:default` key which contains untrusted user input, and the resulting string is used in a view, may be susceptible to an XSS vulnerability. For example, impacted code will look something like this: ```ruby class ArticlesController < ApplicationController def show @message = t("message_html", default: untrusted_input) # The `show` template displays the contents of `@message` end end ``` To reiterate the pre-conditions, applications must: * Use a translation function from a controller (i.e. _not_ I18n.t, or `t` from a view) * Use a key that ends in `_html` * Use a default value where the default value is untrusted and unescaped input * Send the text to the victim (whether that's part of a template, or a `render` call) All users running an affected release should either upgrade or use one of the workarounds immediately. Releases -------- The fixed releases are available at the normal locations. Workarounds ----------- There are no feasible workarounds for this issue. Patches ------- To aid users who aren't able to upgrade immediately we have provided patches for the two supported release series. They are in git-am format and consist of a single changeset. * 7-0-translate-xss.patch - Patch for 7.0 series * 7-1-translate-xss.patch - Patch for 7.1 series Credits ------- Thanks to [ooooooo_q](https://hackerone.com/ooooooo_q) for the patch and fix!

Remediation

Upgrade to the fixed version using your package manager.

Bundler
Update actionpack to 7.0.8.1 or later
gem install actionpack -v 7.0.8.1
Bundler
Update rails to 7.0.8.1 or later
gem install rails -v 7.0.8.1
Bundler
Update actionpack to 7.1.3.1 or later
gem install actionpack -v 7.1.3.1
Bundler
Update rails to 7.1.3.1 or later
gem install rails -v 7.1.3.1

After upgrading, run your dependency scanner again to confirm the vulnerability is resolved.

Affected Packages (4)

PackageEcosystemAffectedFixed In
actionpack
rubygems
7.0.0, 7.0.1, 7.0.2, 7.0.2.1 (+16 more)7.0.8.1
rails
rubygems
7.0.0, 7.0.1, 7.0.2, 7.0.2.1 (+16 more)7.0.8.1
actionpack
rubygems
7.1.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.37.1.3.1
rails
rubygems
7.1.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.37.1.3.1

Vulnerability Classification

Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) identifiers for this vulnerability type.

  • CWE-79
    Cross-site Scripting (XSS)MITRE

CVSS Score Breakdown

What the CVSS (Common Vulnerability Scoring System) 6.1 score means for each attack dimension.

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
Required
Scope
Changed
Confidentiality
Low
Integrity
Low
Availability
None

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-26143?
Rails has possible XSS Vulnerability in Action Controller This vulnerability has been assigned a severity rating of MEDIUM (CVSS score: 6.1/10).
How do I check if my project is affected by CVE-2024-26143?
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Severity & Exploitability

CVSS Score
6.1

Exploitation requires specific conditions or has limited impact. Remediate within weeks.

Also Known As

GHSA-9822-6m93-xqf4
BIT-rails-2024-26143

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