CVE-2020-13121 Scanner
Detects 'Open Redirect' vulnerability in Submitty affects v. through 20.04.01.
Short Info
Level
Medium
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 sec
Scan only one
Domain, Ipv4
Toolbox
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Navigating the Waters of Cybersecurity: The Submitty CVE-2020-13121 Vulnerability Explained
What is Submitty?
Submitty is an innovative open-source platform developed by the Rensselaer Center for Open Source Software (RCOS). It serves educational institutions by providing a multifaceted course management, assignment submission, and grading system. Tailored for both instructors and students, Submitty facilitates the automated grading of assignments and exams while supporting various programming languages and environments. Its use extends to diverse courses, greatly benefiting the academic community by streamlining evaluation processes.
Understanding CVE-2020-13121
The CVE-2020-13121 vulnerability is a security flaw identified in Submitty software versions up to 20.04.01. This specific vulnerability involves an open redirect issue, which hackers could exploit by crafting malicious URLs. When these URLs are clicked, they have the potential to redirect users to untrusted, external destinations that the attacker controls, completely unbeknownst to the user or the system's administrators.
The Impact of CVE-2020-13121 Exploitation
Exploitation of CVE-2020-13121 holds serious implications for affected systems. Attackers can leverage such vulnerabilities to conduct phishing attacks, steal sensitive information, and potentially distribute malware. Such incursions not only compromise the integrity of the Submitty platform but also put personal data and institutional resources at risk, eroding trust in this vital educational tool.
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