Vulnerability identifier: #VU77662
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-307
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Nextcloud Enterprise Server
Client/Desktop applications /
Messaging software
Nextcloud Server
Client/Desktop applications /
Messaging software
Vendor: Nextcloud
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to missing brute force protection within the password reset endpoint. A remote attacker can brute-force the password reset links.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Nextcloud Enterprise Server: 21.0.0 - 26.0.1
Nextcloud Server: 25.0.0 - 26.0.1
External links
http://github.com/nextcloud/security-advisories/security/advisories/GHSA-mjf5-p765-qmr6
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.