CVE-2023-47435

An issue in the verifyPassword function of hexo-theme-matery v2.0.0 allows attackers to bypass authentication and access password protected pages

Critical · published April 19, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
49.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A simple misstep in the verifyPassword function means attackers can waltz into your password-protected pages like they own the place! 🔥 Think of it like a nightclub where the bouncer accidentally lets in anyone who says they know the owner, no ID required. That means anyone with the right line can access the VIP area without a second thought! An attacker could easily bypass authentication, gaining access to sensitive information and restricted content. This could lead to unauthorized data exposure or worse, compromising your entire website’s security. It’s absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a nightclub where the bouncer accidentally lets in anyone who says they know the owner, no ID required. That means anyone with the right line can access the VIP area without a second thought! The vulnerability in hexo-theme-matery v2.0.0 allows users to bypass the authentication process in the verifyPassword function, leading to unauthorized access to protected pages.

What to do

An attacker could easily bypass authentication, gaining access to sensitive information and restricted content. This could lead to unauthorized data exposure or worse, compromising your entire website’s security. It’s absolutely devastating! Immediate action is critical! Update to a patched version as soon as possible. Review your authentication mechanisms and consider implementing additional security measures, such as multi-factor authentication, to bolster your defenses. You've got this! By taking these steps, you can secure your pages and keep attackers at bay! 🛡️

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
0.00632 · 49.6th percentile
Published
2024-04-19T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 APR 00:00Z
    An issue in the verifyPassword function of hexo-theme-matery v2.0.0 allows attackers to bypass authentication and access password protected pages
    cvelistv5