CVE-2026-97877: zhistaredu StarTraining JWT Token application.yml UserLoginService.createToken hard-coded password
A vulnerability was determined in zhistaredu StarTraining up to 3.8.1. This issue affects the function UserLoginService.createToken of the file application.yml of the component JWT Token Handler. This manipulation of the argument userid/companyid causes use of hard-coded password. The attack is possible to be carried out remotely. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which deployments are affected?
zhistaredu StarTraining versions up to and including 3.8.1 are identified as affected. The issue is in the JWT Token Handler, involving UserLoginService.createToken and application.yml.
Can this be exploited remotely without prior access?
Yes. The supplied vector indicates network-based exploitation with low attack complexity, no privileges required, and no user interaction required.
What does an attacker need to manipulate?
The issue is triggered through manipulation of the user_id and company_id arguments, resulting in use of a hard-coded password.
Is public exploit information available?
Yes. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be used. The exploit maturity is rated as proof-of-concept.