Vulnerability identifier: #VU85605
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-288
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Global Site Selector
Web applications /
Modules and components for CMS
Vendor: Nextcloud
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to the authentication bypass in the password verification method. A remote attacker can authenticate as another user.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Global Site Selector: 1.1.0 - 2.4.4
External links
http://github.com/nextcloud/security-advisories/security/advisories/GHSA-vj5q-f63m-wp77
http://github.com/nextcloud/globalsiteselector/commit/ab5da57190d5bbc79079ce4109b6bcccccd893ee
http://hackerone.com/reports/2248689
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.