Overview
web2py contains an open redirect vulnerability.
Products Affected
- web2py versions 2.27.1-stable+timestamp.2023.11.16.08.03.57 and prior
Description
web2py contains the following vulnerability.
- Open redirect (CWE-601)
- CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:N/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:L/SA:N Base Score 5.1
- CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:N/I:L/A:N Base Score 4.7
- CVE-2026-25198
- This case is an additional fix of JVN#02158640.
Impact
When accessing a specially crafted URL, the user may be redirected to an arbitrary website. As a result, the user may become a victim of a phishing attack.
Solution
Update the Software
Update the software to the latest version according to the information provided by the developer.
Vendor Status
| Vendor | Link |
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| web2py | Commit b4e1ddb |
| Releases | |
| web2py Web Framework |
References
JPCERT/CC Addendum
Vulnerability Analysis by JPCERT/CC
Credit
Shiga Takuma of BroadBand Security, Inc. reported this vulnerability to IPA.
JPCERT/CC coordinated with the developer under Information Security Early Warning Partnership.
Other Information
| JPCERT Alert |
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| JPCERT Reports |
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| CERT Advisory |
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| CPNI Advisory |
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| TRnotes |
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| CVE |
CVE-2026-25198 |
| JVN iPedia |
JVNDB-2026-000021 |