PatchTheCVECVE-2021-23445: This affects the package datatables.net before 1.11.3
CVE-2021-23445 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 3.1) affecting datatables.net. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
This affects the package datatables.net before 1.11.3. If an array is passed to the HTML escape entities function it would not have its contents escaped.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 3.1 (Low) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.0% (top 20%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-79 |
| Published | 2021-09-27 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2021-23445?
datatables.net: upgrade to 1.11.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-23445 being exploited?
CVE-2021-23445 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2021-23445 affect?
CVE-2021-23445 affects datatables.net. Severity is low (CVSS 3.1). This affects the package datatables.net before 1.11.3. If an array is passed to the HTML escape entities function it would not have its contents escaped.
How urgent is CVE-2021-23445?
Priority 36/100. Public exploit reference
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