Improper access control in PrestaShop - CVE-2020-15079

 

Improper access control in PrestaShop - CVE-2020-15079

Published: July 2, 2020 / Updated: May 4, 2026


Vulnerability identifier: #VU129575
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-15079
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vendor: PrestaShop SA
Affected software:
PrestaShop

Detailed vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to access restricted administrative functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access control in Carrier page, Module Manager and Module Positions when handling requests. A remote user can send a specially crafted request to access restricted administrative functionality.


How to mitigate CVE-2020-15079

Install security update from vendor's website.

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