Multiple SAML libraries may allow authentication bypass via incorrect XML canonicalization and DOM traversal
CVE-2017-11427
Key Information:
- Vendor
Onelogin
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 17 April 2019
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What is CVE-2017-11427?
OneLogin PythonSAML 2.3.0 and earlier may incorrectly utilize the results of XML DOM traversal and canonicalization APIs in such a way that an attacker may be able to manipulate the SAML data without invalidating the cryptographic signature, allowing the attack to potentially bypass authentication to SAML service providers.

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Affected Version(s)
PythonSAML < 2.3.0
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.
References
CVSS V3.1
Timeline
Vulnerability published
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Public PoC available
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Exploit known to exist
Vulnerability Reserved
