CVE-2013-5027

Collabtive 1.0 has incorrect access control

published December 27, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
69.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A misstep in access control could let unauthorized users waltz right into Collabtive 1.0! 😲 Think of it as leaving the office door unlocked while you step out for lunch — anyone could pop in and take a look around without being challenged! An attacker could exploit this oversight to access sensitive project data or settings, potentially leading to unauthorized changes or data breaches. It’s a sneaky way for intruders to gain foothold in your project management tool.

Put simply

Think of it as leaving the office door unlocked while you step out for lunch — anyone could pop in and take a look around without being challenged! This vulnerability arises from insufficient access control checks, meaning users may gain access to areas they shouldn't be able to view or manage. Essentially, it allows anyone to bypass the intended security measures within the platform.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this oversight to access sensitive project data or settings, potentially leading to unauthorized changes or data breaches. It’s a sneaky way for intruders to gain foothold in your project management tool. To remedy this, ensure you upgrade to the latest version of Collabtive that addresses this issue. Additionally, review and tighten your access control policies to prevent unauthorized access. Regular audits of user permissions can also help mitigate such vulnerabilities in the future. You've got this! Follow these steps and you’ll be well on your way to securing your Collabtive installation! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01253 · 69.2th percentile
Published
2019-12-27T17:02Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 DEC 17:02Z
    Collabtive 1.0 has incorrect access control
    cvelistv5