CVE-2023-5968
MEDIUMCVSS 4.9/10EPSS 0.51%
Last modified
CVE-2023-5968 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.9/10 on the CVSS scale. Mattermost fails to properly sanitize the user object when updating the username, resulting in the password hash being included in the response body. . EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Mattermost fails to properly sanitize the user object when updating the username, resulting in the password hash being included in the response body.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mattermost | Mattermost | <= 7.8.11 |
| Mattermost | Mattermost | >= 8.0.0, <= 8.0.3 |
| Mattermost | Mattermost | >= 8.1.0, <= 8.1.2 |
| Mattermost | Mattermost | 9.0.0 |
References
- https://mattermost.com/security-updatesVendor Advisory
- https://mattermost.com/security-updatesVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-5968?
Mattermost fails to properly sanitize the user object when updating the username, resulting in the password hash being included in the response body.
How severe is CVE-2023-5968?
CVE-2023-5968 has a CVSS score of 4.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-5968?
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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