CVE-2021-43786 (GCVE-0-2021-43786)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2021-11-29 19:30 – Updated: 2024-08-04 04:03
VLAI?
Summary
Nodebb is an open source Node.js based forum software. In affected versions incorrect logic present in the token verification step unintentionally allowed master token access to the API. The vulnerability has been patch as of v1.18.5. Users are advised to upgrade as soon as possible.
Severity ?
9.8 (Critical)
CWE
- CWE-287 - Improper Authentication
Assigner
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- Not exploited: The vulnerability was not observed as exploited by the user who reported the sighting.
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