CVE-2025-47789: Horilla Open Redirect Vulnerability in Login
Horilla is a free and open source Human Resource Management System (HRMS). In versions up to and including 1.3, an attacker can craft a Horilla URL that refers to an external domain. Upon clicking and logging in, the user is redirected to an external domain. This allows the redirection to any arbitrary site, including phishing or malicious domains, which can be used to impersonate Horilla and trick users. Commit 1c72404df6888bb23af73c767fdaee5e6679ebd6 fixes the issue.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-47789?
CVE-2025-47789 has been classified with a medium severity level due to the risks associated with external redirection.
How do I fix CVE-2025-47789?
To fix CVE-2025-47789, upgrade to Horilla version 1.4 or later, which addresses the external URL redirection issue.
What versions of Horilla are affected by CVE-2025-47789?
CVE-2025-47789 affects all versions of Horilla up to and including version 1.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-47789?
CVE-2025-47789 is a URL manipulation vulnerability that allows for redirection to external domains.
Can users be affected by CVE-2025-47789 without interacting with links?
Yes, users can be affected by CVE-2025-47789 if they inadvertently click on crafted URLs that lead to external domains.