CVE-2025-46572: Passport-wsfed-saml2 allows SAML Authentication Bypass via Signature Wrapping

Overview

This vulnerability 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.

Am I Affected?

You are affected by this SAML Signature Wrapping vulnerability if you are using passport-wsfed-saml2 version 4.6.3 or below, specifically under the following conditions:

1. The service provider is using passport-wsfed-saml2,
2. A valid SAML document signed by the Identity Provider can be obtained.

Fix

Upgrade to v4.6.4 or greater.