CVE-2023-49952
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.46%
Last modified
CVE-2023-49952 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Mastodon 4.1.x before 4.1.17 and 4.2.x before 4.2.9 allows a bypass of rate limiting via a crafted HTTP request header.. EPSS estimates a 0.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Mastodon 4.1.x before 4.1.17 and 4.2.x before 4.2.9 allows a bypass of rate limiting via a crafted HTTP request header.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joinmastodon | Mastodon | >= 4.1.0, < 4.1.17 |
| Joinmastodon | Mastodon | >= 4.2.0, < 4.2.9 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-49952?
Mastodon 4.1.x before 4.1.17 and 4.2.x before 4.2.9 allows a bypass of rate limiting via a crafted HTTP request header.
How severe is CVE-2023-49952?
CVE-2023-49952 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-49952?
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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