Improper Authentication in ManageEngine AssetExplorer - #VU79900

 

Improper Authentication in ManageEngine AssetExplorer - #VU79900

Published: August 23, 2023


Vulnerability identifier: #VU79900
CSH Severity: Medium
CVSS v4: 7.6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N]
CVE-ID: N/A
CWE-ID: CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available

Vulnerability details

The vulnerability allows a remote user to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when handling second authentication factor. A remote user can bypass 2FA authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.


Affected software

ManageEngine AssetExplorer

Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

ManageEngine AssetExplorer - update to 6988

External References

Related Security Bulletins