CVE-2021-32709 in Shopware
Summary
by MITRE • 06/25/2021
Shopware is an open source eCommerce platform. Creation of order credits was not validated by ACL in admin orders. Users are recommend to update to the current version 6.4.1.1. You can get the update to 6.4.1.1 regularly via the Auto-Updater or directly via the download overview. For older versions of 6.1, 6.2, and 6.3, corresponding security measures are also available via a plugin. For the full range of functions, we recommend updating to the latest Shopware version.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/02/2021
CVE-2021-32709 represents a critical access control vulnerability within the Shopware eCommerce platform that specifically affects the administrative order credit creation functionality. This vulnerability stems from insufficient authorization checks during the order credit generation process, allowing authenticated users to bypass the standard access control mechanisms that should govern administrative operations. The flaw exists in the administrative orders module where the system fails to properly validate user permissions before permitting the creation of order credits, creating a potential pathway for privilege escalation and unauthorized financial modifications.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-285, which describes improper authorization conditions in software systems. This weakness specifically manifests when the application does not adequately verify that a user possesses the necessary privileges to perform sensitive administrative actions such as creating order credits. The vulnerability exists at the application logic level where the authorization checks are either absent or improperly implemented, allowing users with lower privileges to execute functions that should be restricted to administrators or authorized personnel only. This represents a classic case of insufficient access control validation within the application's security model.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it directly affects the financial integrity of eCommerce operations. An attacker who can exploit this vulnerability could potentially create fraudulent order credits, manipulate customer orders, or generate unauthorized refunds that could result in direct financial loss for the organization. The implications are particularly severe in commercial environments where order processing and credit management are critical components of the business operations. This vulnerability undermines the trust model that customers and administrators expect from a secure eCommerce platform, potentially leading to significant reputational damage and regulatory compliance issues.
Organizations utilizing Shopware versions prior to 6.4.1.1 face substantial risk from this vulnerability and should immediately implement the recommended remediation measures. The primary solution involves updating to Shopware version 6.4.1.1, which includes proper access control validation for order credit creation. The Auto-Updater mechanism provides a streamlined approach for organizations to implement this security patch, while direct download options are available for those requiring more controlled deployment schedules. For users of older Shopware versions 6.1, 6.2, and 6.3, specific security plugins are available to address this vulnerability until a full version upgrade can be implemented. This remediation approach follows the principle of least privilege and aligns with security best practices outlined in the ATT&CK framework under the privilege escalation category, ensuring that administrative functions remain properly restricted to authorized personnel only.