Vulnerability identifier: #VU85350

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-46750

CWE-ID: CWE-601

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Apache Shiro
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Apache Foundation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to redirect victims to arbitrary URL.

The vulnerability exists due to improper sanitization of user-supplied data when "form" authentication is used. A remote 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

Apache Shiro: 1.0.0 - 1.12.0

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External links
http://lists.apache.org/thread/hoc9zdyzmmrfj1zhctsvvtx844tcq6w9

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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.