CVE-2026-14902 in Xtraction
Summary
by MITRE • 07/14/2026
An open redirect in Ivanti Xtraction before version 2026.2.1 allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to redirect users to arbitrary external URLs.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/14/2026
The vulnerability identified in Ivanti Xtraction versions prior to 2026.2.1 represents a critical open redirect flaw that exposes organizations to significant security risks through unauthorized user redirection. This issue falls under the common weakness enumeration CWE-601, which specifically addresses open redirect vulnerabilities where applications fail to properly validate or sanitize user-supplied input that influences URL redirection behavior. The flaw exists within the authentication and session management components of the Xtraction platform, creating an exploitable pathway for malicious actors to manipulate user navigation through crafted web requests.
Attackers can leverage this vulnerability by constructing specially formatted URLs containing malicious redirect parameters that bypass the application's intended navigation flow. The open redirect occurs when the system accepts external URL inputs without proper validation, allowing attackers to redirect users from legitimate Xtraction pages to phishing sites or other malicious domains. This vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it requires no authentication credentials from the attacker and can be exploited through various attack vectors including email campaigns, social engineering, or compromised web applications that might interact with Xtraction services.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple redirection attacks as it creates opportunities for sophisticated phishing campaigns that can deceive users into revealing sensitive information such as login credentials, personal data, or corporate secrets. Users who are tricked into following malicious links may unknowingly authenticate to attacker-controlled systems while believing they are accessing legitimate Xtraction services. This threat model aligns with the tactics described in the attack pattern framework under the MITRE ATT&CK methodology, specifically within the initial access and credential access phases where adversaries seek to establish footholds through deceptive means.
Organizations using affected versions of Ivanti Xtraction should implement immediate mitigations including input validation controls that sanitize all URL parameters before processing user redirection requests. The recommended approach involves implementing strict URL validation that ensures redirect targets originate from trusted domains within the organization's network infrastructure. Security teams should also consider deploying web application firewalls with custom rules designed to detect and block suspicious redirect patterns, while monitoring for anomalous traffic patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. Additionally, regular security updates and patches should be prioritized to ensure all systems maintain current protections against known vulnerabilities, as this particular flaw has been addressed in version 2026.2.1 and subsequent releases.