Missing Authorization in Matrix Javascript SDK
| Risk | Medium |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2023-29529 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-862 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software |
Matrix Javascript SDK Web applications / JS libraries |
| Vendor | Matrix.org |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one medium risk vulnerability.
1) Missing Authorization
EUVDB-ID: #VU75115
Risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 4.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-29529
CWE-ID:
CWE-862 - Missing Authorization
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authorization checks.
The vulnerability exists due to invisible eavesdropping in group calls. A remote user can eavesdrop on the video and audio of participants.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsMatrix Javascript SDK: 24.0.0
CPE2.3 External linkshttp://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-js-sdk/security/advisories/GHSA-6g67-q39g-r79q
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
