CVE-2026-110802 in Altair
Summary
by MITRE • 11/05/2026
Altair is a GraphQL client for all platforms. From 7.2.4 until 8.5.8, packages/altair-iframe-sandbox/src/main.ts reads plugin_sandbox_opts from the iframe-sandbox query string and passes attacker-controlled scriptUrls to injectScript() in packages/altair-core/src/utils/inject.ts, which creates script elements in the page. The intended parent iframe flow places the page in an iframe with sandbox allow-scripts and without allow-same-origin, but direct navigation to a crafted iframe-sandbox URL omits that isolation and executes the supplied script in the origin serving Altair. Exploitation requires a victim to open the crafted URL, and the resulting script can access script-readable storage and make same-origin requests according to the deployment's authentication and cookie controls. This issue is fixed in version 8.5.8.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/05/2026
The vulnerability identified within Altair GraphQL client versions ranging from 7.2.4 through 8.5.8 represents a significant security flaw rooted in improper iframe sandboxing mechanisms, specifically classified under CWE-913 for Improper Control of Dynamically-Managed Code Resources and aligned with the MITRE ATT&CK technique T1059 Command and Scripting Interpreter via browser-based execution contexts. The core technical issue arises from how the application handles query string parameters within its iframe-sandbox feature, which is designed to isolate third-party plugins or external content from the main application context. In a properly secured implementation, such as the intended parent iframe flow, the page containing Altair should be embedded in an iframe with specific sandbox attributes applied, notably allow-scripts and without allow-same-origin. This configuration ensures that any scripts executed within this isolated environment are restricted by browser security policies, preventing them from accessing cookies, local storage, or making same-origin requests to the parent application's domain.
However, a critical flaw exists in the handling of the plugin_sandbox_opts parameter found in packages/altair-iframe-sandbox/src/main.ts. When an attacker crafts a URL that directly navigates to this iframe-sandbox endpoint rather than being embedded within a properly configured parent frame, the necessary sandbox attributes are omitted entirely. The application reads these options from the query string and subsequently passes scriptUrls provided by the user into the injectScript function located in packages/altair-core/src/utils/inject.ts. This function dynamically creates script elements and appends them to the Document Object Model of the current page. Because direct navigation bypasses the iframe context, the browser does not apply any sandbox restrictions, effectively executing the attacker-controlled scripts with full privileges associated with the origin serving Altair.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe due to its potential for cross-site scripting and data exfiltration. Since the malicious script executes in the same-origin context as the main application, it gains unrestricted access to all script-readable storage mechanisms available to that domain, including localStorage, sessionStorage, and cookies. This allows an attacker to steal sensitive authentication tokens, session identifiers, or other confidential user data stored by Altair. Furthermore, the ability to make same-origin requests means the compromised script can interact with internal APIs or services associated with the deployment's authentication controls without restriction. An exploitation scenario typically involves a victim being tricked into opening a crafted URL, either through phishing links or malicious websites that redirect users to this vulnerable endpoint, leading to unauthorized access and potential compromise of user accounts or sensitive data within the Altair environment.
Mitigation for this vulnerability requires immediate action by upgrading to version 8.5.8 where the issue has been resolved. The fix likely involves enforcing strict validation on how iframe-sandbox URLs are accessed, ensuring that sandbox attributes such as allow-scripts and no-allow-same-origin are always applied regardless of whether the page is loaded via direct navigation or embedded in an iframe. Additionally, developers should implement Content Security Policy headers to restrict script sources and prevent unauthorized dynamic script injection even if similar flaws exist elsewhere in the application stack. Regular security audits focusing on dynamic DOM manipulation and parameter handling can help identify similar patterns where user-controlled input influences critical browser behaviors without adequate sanitization or context validation.