CVE-2023-22432: Medium severity web2py vulnerability

Published Mar 5, 2023
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Updated

Open redirect vulnerability exists in web2py versions prior to 2.23.1. When using the tool, a web2py user may be redirected to an arbitrary website by accessing a specially crafted URL. As a result, the user may become a victim of a phishing attack.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Web2py Web2py<2.23.1
pip/web2py<2.23.1
2.23.1

Event History

Mar 5, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Mar 6, 2023
Advisory Published
via GitHub·12:30 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-22432?

CVE-2023-22432 is an open redirect vulnerability that exists in web2py versions prior to 2.23.1.

2

How does CVE-2023-22432 affect web2py?

CVE-2023-22432 allows a web2py user to be redirected to an arbitrary website by accessing a specially crafted URL, making them vulnerable to phishing attacks.

3

What is the severity level of CVE-2023-22432?

CVE-2023-22432 has a severity level of medium, with a CVSS score of 6.1.

4

Which version of web2py is affected by CVE-2023-22432?

Versions of web2py prior to 2.23.1 are affected by CVE-2023-22432.

5

How can I fix the CVE-2023-22432 vulnerability in web2py?

To fix the CVE-2023-22432 vulnerability in web2py, update to version 2.23.1 or later.

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