CVE-2023-25816

Public Exploit
nextcloud vulnerable to Uncontrolled Resource Consumption

Description

Nextcloud is an Open Source private cloud software. Versions 25.0.0 and above, prior to 25.0.3, are subject to Uncontrolled Resource Consumption. A user can configure a very long password, consuming more resources on password validation than desired. This issue is patched in 25.0.3 No workaround is available.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.14%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: nextcloud security-advisories
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/nextcloud/security-advisories/security/advisories/GHSA-53q2-cm29-7j83 vendor advisory
https://github.com/nextcloud/server/pull/35965 patch
https://hackerone.com/reports/1820864 exploit third party advisory mitigation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-25816?
CVE-2023-25816 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-25816?
To fix CVE-2023-25816, 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-2023-25816 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-25816 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2023-25816?
CVE-2023-25816 affects nextcloud security-advisories.
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