Vulnerability identifier: #VU23759
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 4.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-601
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
301 Redirects
Web applications /
Modules and components for CMS
Vendor: WebFactory Ltd
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to redirect victims to arbitrary URL.
The vulnerability exists due to the lack of capability checks on the AJAX actions. A remote authenticated 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.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
301 Redirects: 1.1 - 2.40
External links
http://www.wordfence.com/blog/2019/12/critical-vulnerability-patched-in-301-redirects-easy-redirect...
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.