#VU20413 Improper Authentication in Keycloak


Published: 2019-08-27

Vulnerability identifier: #VU20413

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-10201

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Keycloak
Server applications / Directory software, identity management

Vendor: Keycloak

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to the Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) broker does not properly parse messages. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted SAML request, bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Keycloak: 0.6.0 - 6.0.1


External links
http://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2019-10201


Q & A

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.


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