Vulnerability Description
Nodebb is an open source Node.js based forum software. In affected versions incorrect logic present in the token verification step unintentionally allowed master token access to the API. The vulnerability has been patch as of v1.18.5. Users are advised to upgrade as soon as possible.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nodebb | Nodebb | >= 1.15.0, <= 1.18.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blog.sonarsource.com/nodebb-remote-code-execution-with-one-shot/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/commit/04dab1d550cdebf4c1567bca9a51f8b9ca48a500PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/releases/tag/v1.18.5Release NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/security/advisories/GHSA-hf2m-j98r-4fqwThird Party Advisory
- https://blog.sonarsource.com/nodebb-remote-code-execution-with-one-shot/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/commit/04dab1d550cdebf4c1567bca9a51f8b9ca48a500PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/releases/tag/v1.18.5Release NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/security/advisories/GHSA-hf2m-j98r-4fqwThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-43786?
CVE-2021-43786 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Nodebb is an open source Node.js based forum software. In affected versions incorrect logic present in the token verification step unintentionally allowed master token access to the API. The vulnerabi...
How severe is CVE-2021-43786?
CVE-2021-43786 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-43786?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nodebb Nodebb.