SB2021052535 - Open redirect in trailing-slash package for npm
Published: May 25, 2021 Updated: May 26, 2021
Security Bulletin ID
SB2021052535
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Data manipulation
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Open redirect (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-23387)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to redirect victims to arbitrary URL.
The vulnerability exists due to the use of trailing double slashes in the URL when accessing the vulnerable endpoint. A remote attacker can create a link that leads to a trusted website, however, when clicked, redirects the victim to arbitrary domain.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a remote attacker to perform a phishing attack and steal potentially sensitive information.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.