A vulnerability was found in 201206030 Novel 3.5.0 and classified as critical. This issue affects the function updateBookChapter of the file src/main/java/io/github/xxyopen/novel/controller/author/AuthorController.java of the component Chapter Handler. The manipulation leads to improper access controls. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
Weakness
A product incorrectly assigns a privilege to a particular actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.
Affected Software
| Name | Vendor | Start Version | End Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novel | Xxyopen | 3.5.0 (including) | 3.5.0 (including) |
Potential Mitigations
References
- https://github.com/Sinon2003/cve/blob/main/novel/Novel%20%20has%20a%20logic%20authorization%20bypass%20vulnerability%20in%20AuthorController.md
- https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.306401
- https://vuldb.com/?id.306401
- https://vuldb.com/?submit.558414
- https://github.com/Sinon2003/cve/blob/main/novel/Novel%20%20has%20a%20logic%20authorization%20bypass%20vulnerability%20in%20AuthorController.md