Improper Access Control Vulnerability in SourceCodester Online Exam System
CVE-2024-10353

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Sourcecodester
Status
Online Exam System
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 October 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

An improper access control vulnerability has been identified in the SourceCodester Online Exam System 1.0. This weakness resides in an unknown function within the /admin-dashboard file, allowing unauthenticated users to gain access to restricted functionalities. As the vulnerability can be exploited remotely, it poses a high risk to systems using this software version. The public disclosure of the exploit amplifies the urgency for organizations to implement immediate measures to secure their installations. It is critical for users to review their security configurations and apply necessary patches or updates to safeguard against potential breaches.

Affected Version(s)

Online Exam System 1.0

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.

CVE-2024-10353 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.281700
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.281700
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/?submit.427957
third-party-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

Credit

TheRaghul (VulDB User)
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