CVE-2022-3993
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.05%
Last modified
CVE-2022-3993 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts in GitHub repository kareadita/kavita prior to 0.6.0.3. . EPSS estimates a 1.05% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts in GitHub repository kareadita/kavita prior to 0.6.0.3.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kavitareader | Kavita | < 0.6.0.3 |
References
- https://github.com/kareadita/kavita/commit/f8db37d3f9aa42d47e7c4f4ca839e892d3f97afbPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/bebd0cd6-18ec-469c-b6ca-19ffa9db0699Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kareadita/kavita/commit/f8db37d3f9aa42d47e7c4f4ca839e892d3f97afbPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/bebd0cd6-18ec-469c-b6ca-19ffa9db0699Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-3993?
Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts in GitHub repository kareadita/kavita prior to 0.6.0.3.
How severe is CVE-2022-3993?
CVE-2022-3993 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.05% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-3993?
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.
How Strix Helps
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