PatchTheCVECVE-2021-32544: Special characters of IGT search function in igt+ are not filtered in specific fields, which allow remote auth
CVE-2021-32544 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.4) affecting igt\+. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Special characters of IGT search function in igt+ are not filtered in specific fields, which allow remote authenticated attackers can inject malicious JavaScript and carry out DOM-based XSS (Cross-site scripting) attacks.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.4 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.6% (top 52%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-79 |
| Published | 2021-05-11 |
| 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-2021-32544?
igt\+: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-32544 being exploited?
CVE-2021-32544 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-2021-32544 affect?
CVE-2021-32544 affects igt\+. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.4). Special characters of IGT search function in igt+ are not filtered in specific fields, which allow remote authenticated attackers can inject malicious JavaScript and carry out DOM-based XSS (Cross-site scripting) attacks.
How urgent is CVE-2021-32544?
Priority 31/100. No elevated risk signals yet.