Vulnerability Description
Contao is an open source CMS that allows creation of websites and scalable web applications. In affected versions it is possible to gain privileged rights in the Contao back end. Installations are only affected if they have untrusted back end users who have access to the form generator. All users are advised to update to Contao 4.4.56, 4.9.18 or 4.11.7. As a workaround users may disable the form generator or disable the login for untrusted back end users.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Contao | Contao | >= 4.4.0, < 4.4.56 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://contao.org/en/security-advisories/privilege-escalation-with-the-form-genVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/contao/contao/security/advisories/GHSA-hq5m-mqmx-fw6mThird Party Advisory
- https://contao.org/en/security-advisories/privilege-escalation-with-the-form-genVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/contao/contao/security/advisories/GHSA-hq5m-mqmx-fw6mThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-37627?
CVE-2021-37627 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.0 (HIGH). Contao is an open source CMS that allows creation of websites and scalable web applications. In affected versions it is possible to gain privileged rights in the Contao back end. Installations are onl...
How severe is CVE-2021-37627?
CVE-2021-37627 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-37627?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Contao Contao.