CVE-2020-27422

In Anuko Time Tracker v1.19.23.5311, the password reset link emailed to the user doesn't expire once used, allowing an attacker to use the same link to…

published November 16, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
8%
Percentile
94.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A password reset link that just won’t quit! In Anuko Time Tracker v1.19.23.5311, this link can be reused, potentially handing over your account to an attacker! 🔥 Think of it like handing out a key that never gets deactivated once someone’s used it — anyone can waltz right back in anytime they want, no questions asked! An attacker could easily seize control of an account if they obtain this reset link, changing settings, accessing sensitive data, or locking out the legitimate user. The consequences could be a nightmare for the user, leading to data breaches and unauthorized transactions.

Put simply

Think of it like handing out a key that never gets deactivated once someone’s used it — anyone can waltz right back in anytime they want, no questions asked! This vulnerability allows the same password reset link to be used multiple times, meaning an attacker can exploit it to reset the password and take over the account without proper authorization.

What to do

An attacker could easily seize control of an account if they obtain this reset link, changing settings, accessing sensitive data, or locking out the legitimate user. The consequences could be a nightmare for the user, leading to data breaches and unauthorized transactions. To fix this, update to the latest version of Anuko Time Tracker as soon as possible. Implement a mechanism to expire password reset links after their first use, and consider additional security measures like two-factor authentication. You've got this! With these steps, you’ll ensure your accounts stay secure and your users protected! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.07857 · 94.7th percentile
Published
2020-11-16T15:49Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 NOV 15:49Z
    In Anuko Time Tracker v1.19.23.5311, the password reset link emailed to the user doesn't expire once used, allowing an attacker to use the same link to…
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