CVE-2025-46572

passport-wsfed-saml2 Has SAML Authentication Bypass via Signature Wrapping

Description

passport-wsfed-saml2 provides passport strategy for both WS-fed and SAML2 protocol. A vulnerability present starting in version 3.0.5 up to and including version 4.6.3 allows an attacker to impersonate any user during SAML authentication by crafting a SAMLResponse. This can be done by using a valid SAML object that was signed by the configured IdP. Users are affected specifically when the service provider is using passport-wsfed-saml2 and a valid SAML document signed by the Identity Provider can be obtained. Version 4.6.4 contains a fix for the vulnerability.

Category

9.3
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 4.0 •
EPSS 0.07%
Affected: auth0 passport-wsfed-saml2
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-46572?
CVE-2025-46572 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-46572?
To fix CVE-2025-46572, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-46572 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-46572 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-46572?
CVE-2025-46572 affects auth0 passport-wsfed-saml2.
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