SilverStripe CMS 6.0.0: Host Header Hijinks or Hacker Headache?

Discover how Andrey Stoykov injected some humor into cybersecurity with his Host Header Injection on SilverStripeCMS v6.0.0. Tested on Debian 12, this exploit is perfect for those who enjoy a side of comedy with their pentesting. Dive into the details of this Full Disclosure mailing list gem!

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SilverStripeCMS has more holes than a slice of Swiss cheese, and Andrey Stoykov is serving it up on a platter! His latest exploit reveals how a simple twist in the Host header can turn a secure login into a hacker’s playground. Time for SilverStripe to patch up before someone else has a field day with their CMS!

Key Points:

– Andrey Stoykov discovered a Host Header Injection vulnerability in SilverStripeCMS version 6.0.0.
– The exploit was demonstrated using a Debian 12 system.
– The injection allows unauthorized DNS lookups and potential redirection of traffic.
– The issue was revealed through the Full Disclosure mailing list for the cybersecurity community.
– The exploit was part of a blog series titled “Friday Fun Pentest.”

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