Server-Side Request Forgery Vulnerability in fr0tt Benotes
CVE-2026-116224

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Fr0tt

Status
Benotes
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 October 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-116224?

A vulnerability exists in the fr0tt benotes application, specifically in the Bookmark Metadata Endpoint's getUrlInfo function located in PostController.php. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the URL argument, resulting in potential server-side request forgery (SSRF) attacks. The exploitation of this vulnerability can be initiated remotely, posing a significant security risk. Despite a prior notification to the vendor regarding this issue, a public disclosure was made, highlighting its potential exploitability.

Affected Version(s)

benotes 2.8.0

benotes 2.8.1

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-2026-116224 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/426204
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/426204/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-116224
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

qianqiu (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
.