CVE-2021-21424

Prevent user enumeration using Guard or the new Authenticator-based Security

Description

Symfony is a PHP framework for web and console applications and a set of reusable PHP components. The ability to enumerate users was possible without relevant permissions due to different handling depending on whether the user existed or not when attempting to use the switch users functionality. We now ensure that 403s are returned whether the user exists or not if a user cannot switch to a user or if the user does not exist. The patch for this issue is available for branch 3.4.

Categories

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.27%
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Affected: symfony symfony
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21424?
CVE-2021-21424 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-21424?
To fix CVE-2021-21424, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-21424 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-21424 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-21424?
CVE-2021-21424 affects symfony symfony.
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