PatchTheCVECVE-2024-7902: A vulnerability was found in pkp ojs up to 3.4.0-6 and classified as problematic
CVE-2024-7902 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.3) affecting open journal systems. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A vulnerability was found in pkp ojs up to 3.4.0-6 and classified as problematic. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /login/signOut. The manipulation of the argument source with the input .example.com leads to open redirect. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.3 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 62%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-601 |
| Published | 2024-08-17 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-7902?
open journal systems: upgrade to newer than 3.4.0-6. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-7902 being exploited?
CVE-2024-7902 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-7902 affect?
CVE-2024-7902 affects open journal systems. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.3). A vulnerability was found in pkp ojs up to 3.4.0-6 and classified as problematic. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /login/signOut. The manipulation of the argument source with the input .example.com leads to
How urgent is CVE-2024-7902?
Priority 25/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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