CVE-2026-44733 — MEDIUM (5.9)

Vulnerability Description

OpenProject is open-source, web-based project management software. Prior to 17.3.2 and 17.4.0, Business Logic Error on OpenProject through PATCH request to /api/v3/users/me permits to bypass password requirements. A password validation flaw in the change password behavior allows attackers to change a user's password only with an active session takeover. This vulnerability is fixed in 17.3.2 and 17.4.0.

CVSS Score

5.9

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

HIGH

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

LOW

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-620

References

https://github.com/opf/openproject/security/advisories/GHSA-px7f-cj9f-7m4m

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-44733?

CVE-2026-44733 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). OpenProject is open-source, web-based project management software. Prior to 17.3.2 and 17.4.0, Business Logic Error on OpenProject through PATCH request to /api/v3/users/me permits to bypass password ...

How severe is CVE-2026-44733?

CVE-2026-44733 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-44733?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.