Vulnerability Description
Dolibarr before 24.0.0 contains an improper authorization vulnerability in the user REST API update endpoint that allows attackers with user-write rights to modify payroll fields by exploiting an incomplete credential denylist that omits payroll columns. Attackers can rewrite salary, bonus, hourly rate, daily rate, and weekly hours for any user without holding payroll rights, with the modified values appearing in payroll export reports.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://codeant.ai/security-research/cve-2026-71508-dolibarr-payroll-mass-assign
- https://github.com/Dolibarr/dolibarr/commit/c85d0e840725a3c1a2f49b3e97766469c3cb
- https://github.com/Dolibarr/dolibarr/releases/tag/24.0.0
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/dolibarr-rest-api-improper-authorization-vi
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-71508?
CVE-2026-71508 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). Dolibarr before 24.0.0 contains an improper authorization vulnerability in the user REST API update endpoint that allows attackers with user-write rights to modify payroll fields by exploiting an inco...
How severe is CVE-2026-71508?
CVE-2026-71508 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-71508?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.