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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2024-1240
CVE-2024-1240:
Python vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
An open redirection vulnerability was identified in pyload/pyload version 0.5.0. The vulnerability stems from improper handling of the 'next' parameter in the login functionality. This security issue has been assigned the identifier CVE-2024-1240 (Debian Tracker, NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability specifically relates to the login functionality's handling of the 'next' parameter, which can be manipulated to perform open redirections. The issue has been addressed in the newer version pyload-ng 0.5.0b3.dev79 (Debian Tracker).
Impact
When exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to redirect users to malicious websites, potentially facilitating phishing attacks and other malicious activities (Debian Tracker).
Mitigation and workarounds
Users are advised to upgrade to pyload-ng version 0.5.0b3.dev79 or later, which contains the fix for this vulnerability (Debian Tracker).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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