CVE-2017-18908
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.18%
Last modified
CVE-2017-18908 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 4.0.0, 3.10.2, and 3.9.2. A password-reset request was sometime sent to an attacker-provided e-mail address.. EPSS estimates a 1.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 4.0.0, 3.10.2, and 3.9.2. A password-reset request was sometime sent to an attacker-provided e-mail address.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mattermost | Mattermost Server | < 3.9.2 |
| Mattermost | Mattermost Server | >= 3.10.0, < 3.10.2 |
References
- https://mattermost.com/security-updates/Vendor Advisory
- https://mattermost.com/security-updates/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-18908?
An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 4.0.0, 3.10.2, and 3.9.2. A password-reset request was sometime sent to an attacker-provided e-mail address.
How severe is CVE-2017-18908?
CVE-2017-18908 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18908?
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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