CVE-2019-15941

OpenID Connect Issuer in LemonLDAP::NG 2.x through 2.0.5 may allow an attacker to bypass access control rules via a crafted OpenID Connect authorization…

published September 25, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
84.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty OpenID Connect request could allow an attacker to bypass security measures in LemonLDAP::NG! This sneaky vulnerability hides behind configuration weaknesses! Think of your LemonLDAP system as a multi-layered fortress. If one layer is built with a flimsy gate and another layer locks down tightly, an attacker could slip through the weak gate without triggering alarms. That's how this vulnerability operates, targeting less secure OIDC relaying parties within your setup. An attacker could potentially access sensitive resources by bypassing access control rules, which could lead to unauthorized data exposure. It’s like leaving a side door unlocked in a stronghold—while most defenses are tight, this small oversight could let the wrong people in. This vulnerability, while not currently exploited, poses a risk that should be addressed proactively.

Put simply

Think of your LemonLDAP system as a multi-layered fortress. If one layer is built with a flimsy gate and another layer locks down tightly, an attacker could slip through the weak gate without triggering alarms. That's how this vulnerability operates, targeting less secure OIDC relaying parties within your setup. The vulnerability exists in LemonLDAP::NG versions 2.x through 2.0.5, allowing attackers to craft OpenID Connect authorization requests that bypass intended access control rules if weaker relaying parties are present in the configuration and redirection URI filtering is absent.

What to do

An attacker could potentially access sensitive resources by bypassing access control rules, which could lead to unauthorized data exposure. It’s like leaving a side door unlocked in a stronghold—while most defenses are tight, this small oversight could let the wrong people in. This vulnerability, while not currently exploited, poses a risk that should be addressed proactively. To secure your setup, review your LemonLDAP::NG configuration to ensure that all OIDC relaying parties have stringent access control rules. Additionally, implement filtering on all redirection URIs to close this loophole. If you're in a version that’s vulnerable, consider upgrading to a patched release as soon as possible. You've got this! With a few configuration tweaks, you can harden your defenses and keep your fortress safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02461 · 84.3th percentile
Published
2019-09-25T19:39Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 SEP 19:39Z
    OpenID Connect Issuer in LemonLDAP::NG 2.x through 2.0.5 may allow an attacker to bypass access control rules via a crafted OpenID Connect authorization…
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