SB2020061957 - Input validation error in strapi.io strapi



SB2020061957 - Input validation error in strapi.io strapi

Published: June 19, 2020 Updated: August 8, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020061957
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-13961)

The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated user to manipulate data.

Strapi before 3.0.2 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to bypass security restrictions because templates are stored in a global variable without any sanitation. By sending a specially crafted request, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to update the email template for both password reset and account confirmation emails.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.