Open Redirect Vulnerability in BigBlueButton by Blindside Networks
CVE-2026-41126

4.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
CVE Published:
21 April 2026

What is CVE-2026-41126?

BigBlueButton, an open-source virtual classroom solution, is affected by an Open Redirect vulnerability in versions prior to 3.0.24. This issue arises via the bigbluebutton/api/join endpoint, where the get-parameter 'logoutURL' can be manipulated. If exploited, it can redirect users to unintended websites, potentially leading to phishing attacks or unauthorized access. Notably, the recent update in version 3.0.24 enhances the request handling to ensure that an incorrect checksum defaults to a secure logoutURL, mitigating this vulnerability. Users are strongly advised to upgrade to the latest version to safeguard against potential threats.

Affected Version(s)

bigbluebutton < 3.0.24

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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