CVE-2024-43409

Ghost's improper authentication allows access to member information and actions

Description

Ghost is a Node.js content management system. Improper authentication on some endpoints used for member actions would allow an attacker to perform member-only actions, and read member information. This security vulnerability is present in Ghost v4.46.0-v5.89.4. v5.89.5 contains a fix for this issue.

Categories

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: TryGhost Ghost
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/TryGhost/Ghost/security/advisories/GHSA-78x2-cwp9-5j42 vendor advisory
https://github.com/TryGhost/Ghost/commit/dac25612520b571f58679764ecc27109e641d1db patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-43409?
CVE-2024-43409 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-43409?
To fix CVE-2024-43409, 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-2024-43409 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-43409 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-2024-43409?
CVE-2024-43409 affects TryGhost Ghost.
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