CVE-2021-28128
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CVE-2021-28128 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. In Strapi through 3.6.0, the admin panel allows the changing of one's own password without entering the current password. An attacker who gains access to a valid session can use this to take over an account by changing the password.. EPSS estimates a 1.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Strapi through 3.6.0, the admin panel allows the changing of one's own password without entering the current password. An attacker who gains access to a valid session can use this to take over an account by changing the password.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Strapi | Strapi | <= 3.6.0 |
References
- https://github.com/strapi/strapi/releasesRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://strapi.io/changelogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.syss.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Publikationen/Advisories/SYSS-2021-008.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/strapi/strapi/releasesRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://strapi.io/changelogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.syss.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Publikationen/Advisories/SYSS-2021-008.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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