CVE-2024-50477 in Mobile App Builder Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 10/28/2024
Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel vulnerability in Stacks Stacks Mobile App Builder stacks-mobile-app-builder allows Authentication Bypass.This issue affects Stacks Mobile App Builder: from n/a through <= 5.2.3.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/06/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-50477 represents a critical authentication bypass flaw within the Stacks Mobile App Builder application, specifically impacting versions ranging from the initial release through version 5.2.3. This type of vulnerability falls under the category of authentication weaknesses that permit unauthorized access to protected resources by exploiting alternative access paths or channels that bypass the primary authentication mechanisms. The flaw enables attackers to circumvent the standard login procedures and gain unauthorized access to the application's functionality and data.
This authentication bypass vulnerability stems from inadequate validation of user credentials and session management within the application's security architecture. The issue manifests when the application fails to properly enforce authentication checks across all potential access points, creating opportunities for malicious actors to exploit alternate pathways to gain system access. The vulnerability's classification aligns with CWE-287, which addresses improper authentication issues in software systems. The flaw likely exists in the application's access control implementation where certain features or endpoints may not properly validate user credentials or maintain proper session state management.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is significant as it allows unauthorized individuals to access sensitive application functionality without proper authentication. Attackers could potentially exploit this weakness to access administrative features, modify application configurations, view restricted data, or perform actions that should only be available to authenticated users. This creates a substantial risk for organizations relying on the Stacks Mobile App Builder for their mobile application development processes, as unauthorized access could lead to data breaches, application compromise, or disruption of development workflows. The vulnerability affects the core security model of the application, undermining the fundamental principle of access control that should protect all application resources.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-50477 should prioritize immediate remediation through the application of the vendor's official patch or update to version 5.2.4 or later, which should address the authentication bypass flaw. Organizations should implement comprehensive security testing procedures including penetration testing and security code reviews to identify similar vulnerabilities in their application environments. The implementation of robust authentication mechanisms should include proper session management, multi-factor authentication where appropriate, and consistent enforcement of access controls across all application endpoints. Security teams should also consider implementing network segmentation and monitoring solutions to detect unauthorized access attempts and maintain audit trails of all application activities. Additionally, regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify and remediate similar weaknesses in the application's security architecture, following best practices outlined in the MITRE ATT&CK framework for application security threats and defensive measures.