Vulnerability identifier: #VU59829

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-0196

CWE-ID: CWE-352

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
phoronix-test-suite
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: www.phoronix-test-suite.com

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform cross-site request forgery attacks.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of the HTTP request origin. A remote attacker can trick the victim to visit a specially crafted web page and perform arbitrary actions on behalf of the victim on the vulnerable website.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

phoronix-test-suite: 5.0.1 - 10.6.1

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External links
http://huntr.dev/bounties/3675eec7-bbce-4dfd-a2d3-d6862dce9ea6
http://github.com/phoronix-test-suite/phoronix-test-suite/commit/4f18296a1862fe54a4c58701a1f5ec6bd62a4d94

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.