Type Juggling Vulnerability in YOURLS API Component
CVE-2019-14537

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Yourls

Status
Yourls
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 August 2019

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2019-14537?

The YOURLS platform, specifically version 1.7.3, is prone to a type juggling vulnerability in its API component. This flaw could allow attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms, potentially giving unauthorized access to sensitive accounts. It's crucial for users to be aware of this issue and to implement available patches to safeguard against potential exploits.

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.

CVE-2019-14537
Created by Wocanilo

References

https://github.com/YOURLS/YOURLS/releases
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https://github.com/YOURLS/YOURLS/commits/master
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https://github.com/YOURLS/YOURLS/pull/2542
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EPSS Score

6% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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