CVE-2018-6874: Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) in Auth0
Summary
CVE-2018-6874: Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) in Auth0. Affects auth0-js versions < 9.0.0. Fixed in 9.0.0. How to fix ↓
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Background
Auth0 is an authentication service that provides secure user authentication and authorization for applications. It offers various features such as single sign-on, social login integration, and multi-factor authentication. The vulnerability identified as CVE-2018-6874 affects the Auth0 authentication service when the Legacy Lock API flag is enabled.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) issue that allows an attacker to trick a user into performing unintended actions on the Auth0 authentication service. This can lead to unauthorized access, data leakage, and potential account compromise. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.8, indicating a high severity level.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
9.0.0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
npm install auth0-js@9.0.0Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. It is crucial to update the 'auth0-js' package to the recommended version to address the CSRF vulnerability effectively.
Conclusion
The vulnerability CVE-2018-6874 in the 'auth0-js' package poses a significant risk to the security of applications utilizing the Auth0 authentication service. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial to update the package to version 9.0.0 or above. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability allows an attacker to perform unauthorized actions on the Auth0 authentication service, potentially leading to account compromise and data leakage.
You can use Vulert's playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability. It analyzes the package-lock.json file to identify any open-source vulnerabilities in the software.
Yes, updating the 'auth0-js' package to version 9.0.0 or above fixes the vulnerability by implementing necessary security patches.
There are no known public exploits for this vulnerability at the time of this report. However, it is crucial to address the vulnerability promptly to prevent any potential exploitation.
No, updating the 'auth0-js' package is the recommended and most effective way to mitigate the CSRF vulnerability. It ensures that the Legacy Lock API flag is properly handled and prevents unauthorized actions.
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