What the vulnerability does
01Description
Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Andy Fragen Embed PDF Viewer embed-pdf-viewer allows Server Side Request Forgery.This issue affects Embed PDF Viewer: from n/a through <= 2.4.7.
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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Andy Fragen Embed PDF Viewer embed-pdf-viewer allows Server Side Request Forgery.This issue affects Embed PDF Viewer: from n/a through <= 2.4.7.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Embed PDF Viewer versions 2.4.7 and earlier contain a server-side request forgery vulnerability. An authenticated attacker with low privileges can make the site send HTTP requests to internal or external systems on their behalf. The impact is limited to reading non-sensitive data and making minor modifications. Attack complexity is high, reducing practical risk.
What an attacker can do
Make the site send HTTP requests to internal systems or external URLs to read data or trigger actions.
Potential impact on your site
An authenticated user could probe your internal network or trigger outbound requests, potentially exposing non-public data or causing minor service disruption.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege account on the site; no user interaction required.
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