CVE-2021-25973
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.80%
Last modified
CVE-2021-25973 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In Publify, 9.0.0.pre1 to 9.2.4 are vulnerable to Improper Access Control. “guest” role users can self-register even when the admin does not allow. EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Publify, 9.0.0.pre1 to 9.2.4 are vulnerable to Improper Access Control. “guest” role users can self-register even when the admin does not allow. This happens due to front-end restriction only.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Publify Project | Publify | >= 9.0.0, <= 9.2.4 |
References
- https://github.com/publify/publify/commit/3447e0241e921b65f6eb1090453d8ea73e98387ePatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.whitesourcesoftware.com/vulnerability-database/CVE-2021-25973Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/publify/publify/commit/3447e0241e921b65f6eb1090453d8ea73e98387ePatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.whitesourcesoftware.com/vulnerability-database/CVE-2021-25973Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-25973?
In Publify, 9.0.0.pre1 to 9.2.4 are vulnerable to Improper Access Control. “guest” role users can self-register even when the admin does not allow. This happens due to front-end restriction only.
How severe is CVE-2021-25973?
CVE-2021-25973 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-25973?
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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