CVE-2020-15245 : What You Need to Know

In Sylius before versions 1.6.9, 1.7.9, and 1.8.3, a vulnerability allows users to register with one email, change it to another, and remain verified. This could lead to accounts being associated with different emails. The issue has been patched in Sylius 1.6.9, 1.7.9, and 1.8.3.

Understanding CVE-2020-15245

This CVE involves an email verification bypass vulnerability in Sylius.

What is CVE-2020-15245?

In Sylius versions prior to 1.6.9, 1.7.9, and 1.8.3, users could manipulate email addresses during registration, potentially leading to accounts being linked to different emails.

The Impact of CVE-2020-15245

The vulnerability could result in accounts being associated with unintended email addresses, posing a risk to data integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-15245

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The issue allows users to register with one email, change it, and still remain verified, potentially causing accounts to be linked to different emails.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Sylius
Vendor: Sylius
Versions Affected: >= 9.0.0, < 9.4.4

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: None
CVSS Base Score: 4.3 (Medium)
CWE ID: CWE-79 (Cross-site Scripting)

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from this vulnerability with the following steps.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Sylius to versions 1.6.9, 1.7.9, or 1.8.3 that contain the patch.
Implement a custom event listener to monitor email changes.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update security configurations.
Educate users on safe email practices.

Patching and Updates

Apply the latest patches and updates provided by Sylius to address this vulnerability.