Host Header Attack Vulnerability in FUEL CMS by Daylight Studio
CVE-2021-38290

8.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Thedaylightstudio

Status
Fuel Cms
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 August 2021

What is CVE-2021-38290?

A vulnerability exists in FUEL CMS 1.5.0 that allows attackers to exploit host header attacks through specific files in the framework, potentially leading to man-in-the-middle attacks. This can happen during instances where an attacker manipulates the host header to redirect users inadvertently, enhancing the risk of phishing and compromising data integrity. It is crucial for users and administrators to be aware of this issue and apply appropriate security measures.

References

https://github.com/daylightstudio/FUEL-CMS/issues/580
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https://github.com/daylightstudio/FUEL-CMS/commit/8a0d88a...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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