CVE-2020-26254 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2020-26254, a high-severity vulnerability in omniauth-apple allowing attackers to fake their email address during authentication. Find out the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
omniauth-apple allows attackers to fake their email address during authentication.
Understanding CVE-2020-26254
This CVE involves a vulnerability in the omniauth-apple RubyGem that allows attackers to manipulate their email address during authentication.
What is CVE-2020-26254?
- OmniAuth strategy for "Sign In with Apple" (RubyGem omniauth-apple)
- Attackers can fake their email address during authentication
- Impacts applications using the omniauth-apple strategy of OmniAuth
The Impact of CVE-2020-26254
- Base Score: 7.7 (High Severity)
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Integrity Impact: High
- Scope: Changed
Technical Details of CVE-2020-26254
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- Attackers can manipulate their email address during authentication
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: omniauth-apple
- Vendor: nhosoya
- Versions Affected: < 1.0.1
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers can set the email address to any value of their choice
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from this vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade to omniauth-apple version 1.0.1 or later
Long-Term Security Practices
- Avoid using info.email for identification
- Regularly review and update authentication mechanisms
- Implement additional security layers
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories
- Apply patches and updates promptly