CVE-2023-24468

Broken access control in Advanced Authentication versions prior to 6.4.1.1 and 6.3.7.2

published March 15, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
58.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A missing access check lets anyone with a clever trick leap over defenses! This is a broken access control vulnerability in Advanced Authentication versions before 6.4.1.1 and 6.3.7.2. Think of it like a concert venue where the security guard has taken a break, allowing anyone to sneak backstage without a ticket! 🕵️‍♂️ This flaw allows unauthorized users to gain access to restricted areas, just like someone crashing a VIP section. An attacker could exploit this gap to access sensitive information or features that should be off-limits, potentially putting user data at risk. Imagine the chaos if a concert crasher starts changing setlists or accessing personal backstage information!

Put simply

Think of it like a concert venue where the security guard has taken a break, allowing anyone to sneak backstage without a ticket! 🕵️‍♂️ This flaw allows unauthorized users to gain access to restricted areas, just like someone crashing a VIP section. This vulnerability arises from improper validation of user permissions, allowing unauthorized access to functions meant for privileged users only. It affects versions prior to 6.4.1.1 and 6.3.7.2 of Advanced Authentication, making it crucial to patch a potentially exploitable flaw.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this gap to access sensitive information or features that should be off-limits, potentially putting user data at risk. Imagine the chaos if a concert crasher starts changing setlists or accessing personal backstage information! To protect your systems, update to Advanced Authentication versions 6.4.1.1 or 6.3.7.2 immediately. Conduct regular audits of user permissions to ensure no unauthorized access occurs. Staying vigilant about access controls is key! You've got this! By updating and keeping a close eye on user permissions, you can secure your app and make the internet a safer place! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00863 · 58.2th percentile
Published
2023-03-15T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 MAR 00:00Z
    Broken access control in Advanced Authentication versions prior to 6.4.1.1 and 6.3.7.2
    cvelistv5