matrix-org / matrix-org/matrix-rust-sdk

Ongoing outgoing requests to CS API after logout

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Description

In a rageshake, the user logged out, and logged in as a new user, but the application was still making requests to the CS API for the old server.

This seems like a waste of resources at the very least, but possibly also a concerning data leak?

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Research direction

Start by reproducing the logout and new-login sequence described in the rageshake, then trace the session lifecycle and outgoing CS API requests. Done means requests for the old server stop after logout and do not continue under the new login, with the behavior covered by a regression test.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
api, security
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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