Vulnerability identifier: #VU51235

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-28597

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
eFront
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Epignosis

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to a predictable seed issue in the password reset functionality. A remote attacker can supply the password reset token and reset the password of an account of their choice.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

eFront: 5.2.17 - 5.2.21

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External links
http://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2020-1221

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.