CVE-2020-13638
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 76.76%
Last modified
CVE-2020-13638 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. lib/crud/userprocess.php in rConfig 3.9.x before 3.9.7 has an authentication bypass, leading to administrator account creation. This issue has been fixed in 3.9.7.. EPSS estimates a 76.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
lib/crud/userprocess.php in rConfig 3.9.x before 3.9.7 has an authentication bypass, leading to administrator account creation. This issue has been fixed in 3.9.7.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rconfig | Rconfig | >= 3.9.0, < 3.9.7 |
References
- https://theguly.github.io/2020/09/rconfig-3.9.4-multiple-vulnerabilities/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://theguly.github.io/2020/09/rconfig-3.9.4-multiple-vulnerabilities/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-13638?
lib/crud/userprocess.php in rConfig 3.9.x before 3.9.7 has an authentication bypass, leading to administrator account creation. This issue has been fixed in 3.9.7.
How severe is CVE-2020-13638?
CVE-2020-13638 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 76.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-13638?
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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