Vulnerability identifier: #VU27324

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-5288

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
PrestaShop
Web applications / E-Commerce systems

Vendor: PrestaShop SA

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions on product attributes page. A remote authenticated attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

PrestaShop: 1.7.0.0 - 1.7.6.4

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External links
http://github.com/PrestaShop/PrestaShop/commit/fc1d796dda769efdbc4d9e02ea7a11e4167338d0
http://github.com/PrestaShop/PrestaShop/security/advisories/GHSA-4wxg-33h3-3w5r

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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.