CVE-2023-1114CWE-862

Improper Input Validation on e-Belediye

Critical · published March 1, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
52.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A missing authorization check in Eskom e-Belediye can lead to serious information leaks — it’s like a security guard leaving the gate wide open! 🔥 Think of it as a library where anyone can browse the shelves without any ID checks; confidential records could easily be accessed by the wrong person without a second glance. This oversight opens the door to unauthorized access, allowing sensitive data to slip right out into the hands of curious onlookers. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gather confidential information, potentially leading to identity theft or data breaches. With a CVSS score of 9.8, the stakes are high, and the implications could be absolutely devastating for users and organizations alike.

Put simply

Think of it as a library where anyone can browse the shelves without any ID checks; confidential records could easily be accessed by the wrong person without a second glance. This oversight opens the door to unauthorized access, allowing sensitive data to slip right out into the hands of curious onlookers. The vulnerability exists in versions of e-Belediye from 1.0.0.95 before 1.0.0.100 due to a lack of proper authorization checks, which allows unauthorized users to elicit sensitive information from the system.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gather confidential information, potentially leading to identity theft or data breaches. With a CVSS score of 9.8, the stakes are high, and the implications could be absolutely devastating for users and organizations alike. Immediate action is required! Upgrade e-Belediye to version 1.0.0.100 or later to close this critical gap. Additionally, conduct a thorough audit of your authorization mechanisms to ensure no other entry points are vulnerable. You've got this! With these steps, you’ll secure your systems and protect valuable information. 🛡️

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
0.00691 · 52.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-862 · Missing Authorization
Published
2023-03-01T11:50Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 MAR 11:50Z
    Improper Input Validation on e-Belediye
    cvelistv5