CVE-2024-7053: Session Fixation in open-webui/open-webui
First published: Thu Mar 20 2025(Updated: )
A vulnerability in open-webui/open-webui version 0.3.8 allows an attacker with a user-level account to perform a session fixation attack. The session cookie for all users is set with the default `SameSite=Lax` and does not have the `Secure` flag enabled, allowing the session cookie to be sent over HTTP to a cross-origin domain. An attacker can exploit this by embedding a malicious markdown image in a chat, which, when viewed by an administrator, sends the admin's session cookie to the attacker's server. This can lead to a stealthy administrator account takeover, potentially resulting in remote code execution (RCE) due to the elevated privileges of administrator accounts.
Credit: security@huntr.dev
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| open-webui | ||
| pip/open-webui | <=0.3.8 | |
| OpenWrt libuci | =0.3.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-7053?
CVE-2024-7053 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for session fixation attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-7053?
To fix CVE-2024-7053, update the 'open-webui' software to the latest version and ensure session cookies have the 'Secure' flag and appropriate SameSite attributes.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-7053?
Any user-level account on 'open-webui' version 0.3.8 is affected by CVE-2024-7053.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2024-7053?
CVE-2024-7053 is associated with session fixation attacks due to improper handling of session cookies.
Can CVE-2024-7053 lead to data compromise?
Yes, CVE-2024-7053 can potentially lead to unauthorized access and data compromise if exploited successfully.
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