CVE-2022-43685
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.68%
Last modified
CVE-2022-43685 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. CKAN through 2.9.6 account takeovers by unauthenticated users when an existing user id is sent via an HTTP POST request. This allows a user to take over an existing account including superuser accounts.. EPSS estimates a 0.68% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
CKAN through 2.9.6 account takeovers by unauthenticated users when an existing user id is sent via an HTTP POST request. This allows a user to take over an existing account including superuser accounts.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Okfn | Ckan | < 2.8.12 |
| Okfn | Ckan | >= 2.9.0, < 2.9.7 |
References
- https://ckan.org/Vendor Advisory
- https://ckan.org/blog/get-latest-patch-releases-your-ckan-site-october-2022Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://ckan.org/Vendor Advisory
- https://ckan.org/blog/get-latest-patch-releases-your-ckan-site-october-2022Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-43685?
CKAN through 2.9.6 account takeovers by unauthenticated users when an existing user id is sent via an HTTP POST request. This allows a user to take over an existing account including superuser accounts.
How severe is CVE-2022-43685?
CVE-2022-43685 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-43685?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2022-43685?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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