ZDI-25-096: PostHog slack_incoming_webhook Server-Side Request Forgery Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Feb 25, 2025
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of PostHog. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the processing of the slackincomingwebhook parameter. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a URI prior to accessing resources. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the service account.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of PostHog. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.1. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2025-1521.

ZDI

Affected Software

2 affected components
PostHog PostHog
PostHog PostHog

Event History

Feb 25, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·06:00 AM
Description
Apr 23, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:03 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-25-096?

The severity of ZDI-25-096 is rated at 7.1 on the CVSS scale.

2

What type of attack does ZDI-25-096 allow?

ZDI-25-096 allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information if they have authentication.

3

Which software is affected by ZDI-25-096?

The vulnerability ZDI-25-096 affects installations of PostHog.

4

Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-25-096?

Yes, authentication is required to exploit the ZDI-25-096 vulnerability.

5

What is the CVE associated with ZDI-25-096?

The CVE associated with ZDI-25-096 is CVE-2025-1521.

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