PatchTheCVECVE-2021-43785: @joeattardi/emoji-button is a Vanilla JavaScript emoji picker component
CVE-2021-43785 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.6) affecting emoji button. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
@joeattardi/emoji-button is a Vanilla JavaScript emoji picker component. In affected versions there are two vectors for XSS attacks: a URL for a custom emoji, and an i18n string. In both of these cases, a value can be crafted such that it can insert a `script` tag into the page and execute malicious code.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.6 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.0% (top 36%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-79 |
| Published | 2021-11-26 |
| 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-2021-43785?
emoji button: upgrade to 4.6.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-43785 being exploited?
CVE-2021-43785 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-2021-43785 affect?
CVE-2021-43785 affects emoji button. Severity is high (CVSS 7.6). @joeattardi/emoji-button is a Vanilla JavaScript emoji picker component. In affected versions there are two vectors for XSS attacks: a URL for a custom emoji, and an i18n string. In both of these cases, a value can be crafted such that it c
How urgent is CVE-2021-43785?
Priority 43/100. High severity