CVE-2018-10678 Open redirect in n/a

Medium 6.1 Published 13 May 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can exploit improper link handling in MyBB to conduct redirection attacks, potentially bypassing security controls.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-10678?

CVE-2018-10678 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Mybb Mybb, published on 13 May 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

MyBB 1.8.15, when accessed with Microsoft Edge, mishandles 'target="_blank" rel="noopener"' in A elements, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct redirection attacks.

Weakness: CWE-601

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-10678?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Mybb Mybb.

How do I fix CVE-2018-10678?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-10678 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2018-10678 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-10678 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-4v2v-p6m7-q4jj.