#VU78130 Improper access control in ColdFusion - CVE-2023-29298

Vulnerability identifier: #VU78130

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-29298

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
ColdFusion
Server applications / Application servers

Vendor: Adobe

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

ColdFusion: 2018 Update 1 - 2018, 2021 Update 1 - 2021, 2023

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External links
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb23-40.html

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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?

Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.