Vulnerability Description
Mastodon is a free, open-source social network server based on ActivityPub. In Mastodon before 4.4.6, 4.3.14, and 4.2.27, when an administrator resets a user account's password via the command-line interface using `bin/tootctl accounts modify --reset-password`, active sessions and access tokens for that account are not revoked. This allows an attacker with access to a previously compromised session or token to continue using the account after the password has been reset. This issue has been patched in versions 4.2.27, 4.3.14, and 4.4.6. No known workarounds exist.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joinmastodon | Mastodon | < 4.2.27 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/mastodon/mastodon/commit/1631fb80e8029d2c5425a03a2297b93f7e22Patch
- https://github.com/mastodon/mastodon/security/advisories/GHSA-f3q3-rmf7-9655Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-62174?
CVE-2025-62174 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.5 (LOW). Mastodon is a free, open-source social network server based on ActivityPub. In Mastodon before 4.4.6, 4.3.14, and 4.2.27, when an administrator resets a user account's password via the command-line i...
How severe is CVE-2025-62174?
CVE-2025-62174 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-62174?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Joinmastodon Mastodon.