CVE-2024-0436

Prevent timing attack for single-user password check

Description

Theoretically, it would be possible for an attacker to brute-force the password for an instance in single-user password protection mode via a timing attack given the linear nature of the `!==` used for comparison. The risk is minified by the additional overhead of the request, which varies in a non-constant nature making the attack less reliable to execute

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 0.16%
Third-Party Advisory huntr.com
Affected: mintplex-labs mintplex-labs/anything-llm
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-0436?
CVE-2024-0436 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-0436?
To fix CVE-2024-0436, 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-2024-0436 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-0436 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-2024-0436?
CVE-2024-0436 affects mintplex-labs mintplex-labs/anything-llm.
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