What the vulnerability does
01Description
Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Alex Content Mask content-mask allows Server Side Request Forgery.This issue affects Content Mask: from n/a through <= 1.8.5.2.
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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Alex Content Mask content-mask allows Server Side Request Forgery.This issue affects Content Mask: from n/a through <= 1.8.5.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Content Mask versions up to 1.8.5.2 contain a server-side request forgery vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can make the application send HTTP requests to internal or external systems on their behalf. The vulnerability affects confidentiality and integrity but not availability. Scope is changed, meaning the impact may extend beyond the vulnerable component itself.
What an attacker can do
Make the site send HTTP requests to internal systems or external servers on the attacker's behalf.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users can probe internal infrastructure, access restricted resources, or trigger actions on external systems.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege authenticated account; no user interaction required.
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