Vulnerability identifier: #VU55292
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-307
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Firefly III
Client/Desktop applications /
Other client software
Vendor: James Cole
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to the affected software does not implement sufficient measures to prevent multiple failed authentication attempts within in a short time frame. A remote attacker can perform a brute-force attack and gain access to sensitive information on the system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Firefly III: 5.5.0 - 5.5.12
External links
http://huntr.dev/bounties/497bdf6d-7dba-49c3-8011-1c64dfbb3380
http://github.com/firefly-iii/firefly-iii/commit/afc9f4b7ebc8a240c85864a6e1abda62bfeefae8
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.