Vulnerability identifier: #VU66500

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-38180

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Kotlin Ktor
Server applications / Frameworks for developing and running applications

Vendor: JetBrains s.r.o.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to improper authentication validation. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and obtain sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Kotlin Ktor: 2.0.0 - 2.0.3

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External links
http://github.com/ktorio/ktor/pull/3092
http://www.jetbrains.com/privacy-security/issues-fixed/

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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.