CVE-2019-9837
CWE-601Published: March 21, 2019· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Doorkeeper::OpenidConnect (aka the OpenID Connect extension for Doorkeeper) 1.4.x and 1.5.x before 1.5.4 has an open redirect via the redirect_uri field in an OAuth authorization request (that results in an error response) with the 'openid' scope and a prompt=none value. This allows phishing attacks against the authorization flow.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2019-9837 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.
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Quick Facts
Related CVEs (CWE-601)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2019-9837 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts