CVE-2022-0637: Open Redirect Vulnerability in pollbot
Summary
CVE-2022-0637: open redirect in pollbot. Affects pollbot versions < 1.4.6. Fixed in 1.4.6. How to fix ↓
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Background
pollbot is a Python package available on PyPI that provides polling functionality. It is used by various applications to conduct polls and gather user responses. The package allows users to create and manage polls, as well as collect and analyze the results. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in pollbot that allows attackers to perform open redirects, potentially leading to malicious websites.
Vulnerability Detail
The open redirect vulnerability in pollbot occurs due to improper handling of user-supplied input in the URL. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by crafting a malicious URL that includes a redirect to a malicious website. When a user clicks on the crafted URL, they will be redirected to the attacker's website, which can be used for various malicious purposes. This could include stealing passwords, downloading ransomware, or other types of attacks. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 6.1, indicating a moderate severity level.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.4.6
This is the first release that contains the fix.
pip install --upgrade "pollbot==1.4.6"Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Conclusion
The open redirect vulnerability in pollbot can allow attackers to redirect users to malicious websites, potentially leading to the theft of sensitive information or the download of malware. Developers should update to version 1.4.6 or later to fix this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
An open redirect vulnerability is a type of security flaw that allows attackers to redirect users to malicious websites. It occurs when a web application does not properly validate or sanitize user-supplied input used in redirect operations.
Attackers can exploit the open redirect vulnerability in pollbot by crafting a malicious URL that includes a redirect to a malicious website. When a user clicks on the crafted URL, they will be redirected to the attacker's website.
The open redirect vulnerability in pollbot can have various consequences. Attackers can use the redirect to trick users into visiting malicious websites, which can result in the theft of sensitive information, such as passwords, or the download of malware onto the user's machine.
Yes, the open redirect vulnerability in pollbot has been fixed in version 1.4.6. Developers are advised to update their dependencies to the latest version to ensure they are protected against this vulnerability.
To update pollbot to the latest version, you can use the following command: pip install --upgrade pollbot
