Vulnerability identifier: #VU18715
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Magento Open Source
Web applications /
E-Commerce systems
Vendor: Magento, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to bypassing the need for administrator authentication approval on B2B accounts. A remote authenticated attacker can create a B2B account without administrative approval.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Magento Open Source: 2.3.0, 2.2.0 - 2.2.7, 2.1.0 - 2.1.16
External links
http://magento.com/security/patches/magento-2.3.1-2.2.8-and-2.1.17-security-update
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.