CVE-2022-45276

An issue in the /index/user/user_edit.html component of YJCMS v1.0.9 allows unauthenticated attackers to obtain the Administrator account password

Critical · published November 23, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
58.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Unauthenticated access alert! An attacker can snag the Administrator password straight from YJCMS v1.0.9 without breaking a sweat! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and grab the head chef’s secret recipe without needing a reservation or even showing an ID — pretty terrifying for your kitchen! This flaw could lead to absolute chaos! An attacker gaining access to the Administrator account means they could change settings, access sensitive data, or even shut down the entire system. The consequences could be devastating for any organization relying on this CMS.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and grab the head chef’s secret recipe without needing a reservation or even showing an ID — pretty terrifying for your kitchen! The vulnerability in /index/user/user_edit.html allows unauthenticated attackers to retrieve the Administrator account password directly, effectively bypassing any security measures intended to protect this sensitive information.

What to do

This flaw could lead to absolute chaos! An attacker gaining access to the Administrator account means they could change settings, access sensitive data, or even shut down the entire system. The consequences could be devastating for any organization relying on this CMS. To safeguard your system, immediately upgrade YJCMS to the latest version and ensure all access controls are in place. Additionally, review your security policies and consider implementing stronger password management practices. You've got this! By taking these steps, you can secure your system and protect your data. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00869 · 58.4th percentile
Published
2022-11-23T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 NOV 00:00Z
    An issue in the /index/user/user_edit.html component of YJCMS v1.0.9 allows unauthenticated attackers to obtain the Administrator account password
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