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Open Redirect CVE-2026-21879

MEDIUM
URL Redirection to Untrusted Site (Open Redirect) (CWE-601)
2026-01-08 security-advisories@github.com
4.7
CVSS 3.1 · GitHub Advisory
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GitHub Advisory PRIMARY
4.7 MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N

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CVSS VectorGitHub Advisory

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N
Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
Required
Scope
Changed
Confidentiality
Low
Integrity
None
Availability
None

Lifecycle Timeline

4
Analysis Generated
Mar 12, 2026 - 21:54 vuln.today
PoC Detected
Jan 20, 2026 - 18:15 vuln.today
Public exploit code
Patch released
Jan 20, 2026 - 18:15 nvd
Patch available
CVE Published
Jan 08, 2026 - 02:15 nvd
MEDIUM 4.7

DescriptionGitHub Advisory

Kanboard is project management software focused on Kanban methodology. Versions 1.2.48 and below are vulnerable to an Open Redirect attack that allows malicious actors to redirect authenticated users to attacker-controlled websites. By crafting URLs such as //evil.com, attackers can bypass the filter_var($url, FILTER_VALIDATE_URL) validation check. This vulnerability could be exploited to conduct phishing attacks, steal user credentials, or distribute malware. The issue is fixed in version 1.2.49.

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Open redirect vulnerability in Kanboard versions 1.2.48 and below allows attackers to bypass URL validation and redirect authenticated users to malicious websites through specially crafted URLs. Public exploit code exists for this vulnerability, which can be leveraged for phishing attacks and credential theft. …

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Risk Assessment CVSS 4.7 (MEDIUM). … Full risk analysis with EPSS, KEV, and SSVC signal comparison available after sign-in.
Exploit Scenario An attacker (requires authentication) could exploit this vulnerability to redirect authenticated users to attacker-controlled websites.
Remediation A vendor patch is available — apply it immediately. … Detailed patch versions, workarounds, and compensating controls in full report.

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