CVE-2016-2513
UnknownEPSS 3.32%
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CVE-2016-2513 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The password hasher in contrib/auth/hashers.py in Django before 1.8.10 and 1.9.x before 1.9.3 allows remote attackers to enumerate users via a timing attack involving login requests.. EPSS estimates a 3.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The password hasher in contrib/auth/hashers.py in Django before 1.8.10 and 1.9.x before 1.9.3 allows remote attackers to enumerate users via a timing attack involving login requests.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Djangoproject | Django | 1.8.9 |
| Djangoproject | Django | 1.9 |
| Djangoproject | Django | 1.9.1 |
| Djangoproject | Django | 1.9.2 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2513?
The password hasher in contrib/auth/hashers.py in Django before 1.8.10 and 1.9.x before 1.9.3 allows remote attackers to enumerate users via a timing attack involving login requests.
How severe is CVE-2016-2513?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2513 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2513?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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