CVE-2019-16180
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 1.70%
Last modified
CVE-2019-16180 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Limesurvey before 3.17.14 allows remote attackers to bruteforce the login form and enumerate usernames when the LDAP authentication method is used.. EPSS estimates a 1.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Limesurvey before 3.17.14 allows remote attackers to bruteforce the login form and enumerate usernames when the LDAP authentication method is used.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Limesurvey | Limesurvey | < 3.17.14 |
References
- https://github.com/LimeSurvey/LimeSurvey/commit/5870fd1037058bc4e43cccf893b576c72293371e#diff-d539f3f8185667ee48db78e1bf65a3b4R44Patch, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.limesurvey.org/limesurvey-updates/2188-limesurvey-3-17-14-build-190902-releasedRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/LimeSurvey/LimeSurvey/commit/5870fd1037058bc4e43cccf893b576c72293371e#diff-d539f3f8185667ee48db78e1bf65a3b4R44Patch, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.limesurvey.org/limesurvey-updates/2188-limesurvey-3-17-14-build-190902-releasedRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-16180?
Limesurvey before 3.17.14 allows remote attackers to bruteforce the login form and enumerate usernames when the LDAP authentication method is used.
How severe is CVE-2019-16180?
CVE-2019-16180 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16180?
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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