CVE-2023-49278

Umbraco CMS brute force exploit can be used to collect valid usernames

Description

Umbraco is an ASP.NET content management system (CMS). Starting in version 8.0.0 and prior to versions 8.18.10, 10.8.1, and 12.3.4, a brute force exploit can be used to collect valid usernames. Versions 8.18.10, 10.8.1, and 12.3.4 contain a patch for this issue.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.32%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: umbraco Umbraco-CMS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/umbraco/Umbraco-CMS/security/advisories/GHSA-7x74-h8cw-qhxq vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-49278?
CVE-2023-49278 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-49278?
To fix CVE-2023-49278, 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-2023-49278 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-49278 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-2023-49278?
CVE-2023-49278 affects umbraco Umbraco-CMS.
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