Vulnerability Description
ApostropheCMS is an open-source content management framework. Prior to version 4.28.0, the bearer token authentication middleware in `@apostrophecms/express/index.js` (lines 386-389) contains an incorrect MongoDB query that allows incomplete login tokens — where the password was verified but TOTP/MFA requirements were NOT — to be used as fully authenticated bearer tokens. This completely bypasses multi-factor authentication for any ApostropheCMS deployment using `@apostrophecms/login-totp` or any custom `afterPasswordVerified` login requirement. Version 4.28.0 fixes the issue.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apostrophecms | Apostrophecms | < 4.28.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/apostrophecms/apostrophe/security/advisories/GHSA-v9xm-ffx2-7ExploitVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-32730?
CVE-2026-32730 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). ApostropheCMS is an open-source content management framework. Prior to version 4.28.0, the bearer token authentication middleware in `@apostrophecms/express/index.js` (lines 386-389) contains an incor...
How severe is CVE-2026-32730?
CVE-2026-32730 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-32730?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apostrophecms Apostrophecms.