#VU55743 Improper Authorization in Adobe Commerce (formerly Magento Commerce) and Magento Open Source


Published: 2021-08-10

Vulnerability identifier: #VU55743

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-36037

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Adobe Commerce (formerly Magento Commerce)
Web applications / E-Commerce systems
Magento Open Source
Web applications / E-Commerce systems

Vendor: Magento, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authorization checks.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient authorization checks. A remote authenticated attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Adobe Commerce (formerly Magento Commerce): 2.4.0 - 2.4.2-p1, 2.3.0 - 2.3.7

Magento Open Source: 2.4.2 - 2.4.2-p1, 2.3.0 - 2.3.7


External links
http://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/magento/apsb21-64.html


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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