CVE-2023-51638CWE-798

Allegra Hard-coded Credentials Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

Critical · published November 22, 2024

CVSS v3.0
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
71.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Remote attackers can waltz right in without so much as a password! This hard-coded credentials vulnerability in Allegra means authentication is merely a suggestion. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the owner forgets to change the alarm code, allowing anyone with the old code to enter freely — no questions asked! An attacker could exploit this flaw to bypass authentication entirely, gaining unrestricted access to sensitive data and system controls. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, as they could manipulate, steal, or even delete critical information without anyone noticing until it’s too late!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the owner forgets to change the alarm code, allowing anyone with the old code to enter freely — no questions asked! This vulnerability stems from a hard-coded password in the database configuration of Allegra, enabling attackers to bypass authentication without any prior credentials. It’s like a secret entrance that anyone can use without permission!

What to do

An attacker could exploit this flaw to bypass authentication entirely, gaining unrestricted access to sensitive data and system controls. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, as they could manipulate, steal, or even delete critical information without anyone noticing until it’s too late! Immediate action is crucial! Update Allegra to the patched version as soon as it becomes available, and ensure that any hard-coded credentials are removed and replaced with secure authentication methods. Conduct a thorough audit of your security practices while you’re at it! You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll be a security hero in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01372 · 71.7th percentile
Weakness
CWE-798 · Use of Hard-coded Credentials
Published
2024-11-22T20:05Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 NOV 20:05Z
    Allegra Hard-coded Credentials Authentication Bypass Vulnerability
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