CVE-2021-28399
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.95%
Last modified
CVE-2021-28399 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. OrangeHRM 4.7 allows an unauthenticated user to enumerate the valid username and email address via the forgot password function.. EPSS estimates a 0.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
OrangeHRM 4.7 allows an unauthenticated user to enumerate the valid username and email address via the forgot password function.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Orangehrm | Orangehrm | 4.7 |
References
- https://github.com/C1inton/CVE-Record/blob/master/CVE%20Record/%5BCVE-2021-28399%5DOrangeHRM%204.7.mdBroken Link, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.orangehrm.com/Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/C1inton/CVE-Record/blob/master/CVE%20Record/%5BCVE-2021-28399%5DOrangeHRM%204.7.mdBroken Link, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.orangehrm.com/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-28399?
OrangeHRM 4.7 allows an unauthenticated user to enumerate the valid username and email address via the forgot password function.
How severe is CVE-2021-28399?
CVE-2021-28399 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-28399?
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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