CVE-2026-41905
FreeScout vulnerable to SSRF via Helper::sanitizeRemoteUrl: redirect destination not re-validated, allowing internal HTTP / cloud-metadata access
Description
FreeScout is a free help desk and shared inbox built with PHP's Laravel framework. Prior to version 1.8.217, Helper::sanitizeRemoteUrl() in app/Misc/Helper.php follows HTTP redirects via curlGetLastRedirectedUrl() but then re-validates the original URL instead of the final redirect destination. An attacker who can supply any URL that passes the initial host check can redirect FreeScout to internal HTTP services (cloud metadata, internal APIs, RFC1918 ranges) that would normally be blocked. This issue has been patched in version 1.8.217.
INFO
Published Date :
May 7, 2026, 7:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
May 7, 2026, 7:16 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-41905
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update FreeScout to version 1.8.217 or later.
- Apply relevant security patches provided by the vendor.
- Review and validate redirect handling logic.
- Implement strict destination URL validation after redirects.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-41905.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://github.com/freescout-help-desk/freescout/releases/tag/1.8.217 | |
| https://github.com/freescout-help-desk/freescout/security/advisories/GHSA-22wf-848c-c856 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
May. 07, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description FreeScout is a free help desk and shared inbox built with PHP's Laravel framework. Prior to version 1.8.217, Helper::sanitizeRemoteUrl() in app/Misc/Helper.php follows HTTP redirects via curlGetLastRedirectedUrl() but then re-validates the original URL instead of the final redirect destination. An attacker who can supply any URL that passes the initial host check can redirect FreeScout to internal HTTP services (cloud metadata, internal APIs, RFC1918 ranges) that would normally be blocked. This issue has been patched in version 1.8.217. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N Added CWE CWE-918 Added Reference https://github.com/freescout-help-desk/freescout/releases/tag/1.8.217 Added Reference https://github.com/freescout-help-desk/freescout/security/advisories/GHSA-22wf-848c-c856