Vulnerability Description
In Liferay Portal 7.3.0 and earlier, and Liferay DXP 7.2 and earlier the default configuration does not require users to verify their email address, which allows remote attackers to create accounts using fake email addresses or email addresses which they don't control. The portal property `company.security.strangers.verify` should be set to true.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Liferay | Digital Experience Platform | >= 7.0, <= 7.2 |
| Liferay | Liferay Portal | >= 7.0.0, <= 7.0.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://liferay.dev/portal/security/known-vulnerabilities/-/asset_publisher/jektVendor Advisory
- https://liferay.dev/portal/security/known-vulnerabilities/-/asset_publisher/jektVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-33949?
CVE-2023-33949 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). In Liferay Portal 7.3.0 and earlier, and Liferay DXP 7.2 and earlier the default configuration does not require users to verify their email address, which allows remote attackers to create accounts us...
How severe is CVE-2023-33949?
CVE-2023-33949 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-33949?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Liferay Digital Experience Platform, Liferay Liferay Portal.