CVE-2026-117532: Auth Bypass (CVSS 9.8)

Description

REDAXO core from 5.3.0 before 5.21.4 contains an authentication bypass vulnerability in the structure/history plugin that allows unauthenticated attackers to forge temporary login tokens. Attackers can force the session-tied secret into a predictable state and forge tokens for accounts like admin, gaining backend access and code execution outside live mode.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-287 Improper Authentication

References

Other References

https://github.com/redaxo/core/security/advisories/GHSA-px8f-whj8-hrpq https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/redaxo-core-5.3.0-before-5.21.4-authentication-bypass-via-history-plugin

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-117532? +

REDAXO core from 5.3.0 before 5.21.4 contains an authentication bypass vulnerability in the structure/history plugin that allows unauthenticated attackers to forge temporary login tokens. Attackers can force the session-tied secret into a predictable state and forge tokens for accounts like admin, gaining backend access and code execution outside live mode. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2026-117532? +

CVE-2026-117532 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-117532? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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