Vulnerability Description
WWBN AVideo through commit 9c39d8c8 contains an authorization bypass vulnerability where getToken() creates tokens without binding to user identity or purpose, and plugin/Gallery/view/sections.php issues valid tokens to unauthenticated visitors. Attackers can retrieve a token from the Gallery endpoint and use it to bypass authorization checks in other subsystems like view/hls.php to access restricted video content.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/WWBN/AVideo/security/advisories/GHSA-wq57-wxcr-rx6v
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/wwbn-avideo-unbound-token-authorization-byp
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-59256?
CVE-2026-59256 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). WWBN AVideo through commit 9c39d8c8 contains an authorization bypass vulnerability where getToken() creates tokens without binding to user identity or purpose, and plugin/Gallery/view/sections.php iss...
How severe is CVE-2026-59256?
CVE-2026-59256 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-59256?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.