Vulnerability Description
XenForo before 2.3.7 contains a security issue affecting Passkeys that have been added to user accounts. An attacker may be able to compromise the security of Passkey-based authentication.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xenforo | Xenforo | < 2.3.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/xenforo-passkey-security-bypassThird Party Advisory
- https://xenforo.com/community/threads/xenforo-2-3-7-released-includes-security-fRelease Notes
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-71279?
CVE-2025-71279 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). XenForo before 2.3.7 contains a security issue affecting Passkeys that have been added to user accounts. An attacker may be able to compromise the security of Passkey-based authentication.
How severe is CVE-2025-71279?
CVE-2025-71279 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-2025-71279?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xenforo Xenforo.