CVE-2021-37417

Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus version 6103 and prior allows CAPTCHA bypass due to improper parameter validation

published August 30, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
5%
Percentile
91.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky loophole lets users sidestep CAPTCHA checks altogether in Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus versions 6103 and prior! 🦸 Think of this as a busy restaurant with a doorman checking reservations, but the doorman isn't verifying the guest list properly—anyone could waltz in and grab a table without a reservation! An attacker can exploit this loophole to gain unauthorized access to the platform, potentially allowing them to change passwords or access sensitive accounts. This could lead to serious issues such as account takeovers or data breaches, making it crucial to act quickly!

Put simply

Think of this as a busy restaurant with a doorman checking reservations, but the doorman isn't verifying the guest list properly—anyone could waltz in and grab a table without a reservation! The vulnerability arises from improper parameter validation, allowing attackers to bypass CAPTCHA mechanisms designed to prevent automated access and ensure genuine user interactions.

What to do

An attacker can exploit this loophole to gain unauthorized access to the platform, potentially allowing them to change passwords or access sensitive accounts. This could lead to serious issues such as account takeovers or data breaches, making it crucial to act quickly! To mitigate this risk, update to the latest version of Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus available. Additionally, consider implementing more robust validation measures for user inputs to strengthen your security posture. You've got this! Follow the steps and keep your application secure. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04750 · 91.8th percentile
Published
2021-08-30T18:25Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 30 AUG 18:25Z
    Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus version 6103 and prior allows CAPTCHA bypass due to improper parameter validation
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