Yastatic Angular Content-Security-Policy Bypass Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Yastatic Angular in digital assets. It identifies vulnerabilities associated with Content-Security-Policy Bypass and helps mitigate security risks related to XSS attacks.
Short Info
Level
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
24 days 11 hours
Scan only one
URL
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Yastatic Angular is a JavaScript library widely used by developers to build dynamic and interactive web applications. It is utilized across various industries for both small-scale projects and large enterprise solutions, providing a flexible framework for creating web-based interfaces. The library is employed by software engineers to leverage Angular's robust features in client-side scripts. Its extensive community support aids in implementing scalable and efficient solutions. Yastatic Angular's adaptability makes it popular for projects needing a modular architecture.
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in Yastatic Angular can lead to significant security concerns. This vulnerability allows attackers to bypass the Content-Security-Policy (CSP) protections instituted by Yastatic. When the vulnerability is exploited, malicious scripts can be executed in a user's browser, compromising sensitive data. Attackers may use this flaw to perform actions as the user without their consent. CSP Bypass XSS exposes applications to potential data theft and user session hijacking.
The technical details of this vulnerability revolve around the manipulation of the Content-Security-Policy header in combination with Yastatic's Angular scripts. It leverages the CSP bypass mechanism, utilizing scripts hosted on domains like yastatic.net. Attackers inject scripts through vulnerable endpoints such as query parameters to execute arbitrary JavaScript. This includes payloads designed to create an alert in the user's browser, simulating a successful XSS attack.
When exploited, the Yastatic Angular XSS vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to user data. It might result in the theft of cookies or session identifiers, elevating the risk of account compromise. Users can be redirected to malicious sites without their knowledge, potentially leading to phishing attacks. Long-term exploitation can erode trust in affected applications, as users become wary of security issues.
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