CVE-2020-7245: Critical severity CTFd CTFd vulnerability

Published Jan 23, 2020
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Updated

Incorrect username validation in the registration process of CTFd v2.0.0 - v2.2.2 allows an attacker to take over an arbitrary account if the username is known and emails are enabled on the CTFd instance. To exploit the vulnerability, one must register with a username identical to the victim's username, but with white space inserted before and/or after the username. This will register the account with the same username as the victim. After initiating a password reset for the new account, CTFd will reset the victim's account password due to the username collision.

Affected Software

1 affected component
CTFd CTFd>=2.0.0<=2.2.2

Event History

Jan 23, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:47 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-7245?

CVE-2020-7245 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for account takeover.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-7245?

To fix CVE-2020-7245, upgrade your CTFd instance to version 2.2.3 or later.

3

What versions of CTFd are affected by CVE-2020-7245?

CTFd versions 2.0.0 through 2.2.2 are affected by CVE-2020-7245.

4

Can CVE-2020-7245 be exploited if user emails are disabled?

No, CVE-2020-7245 requires that emails are enabled on the CTFd instance to exploit the vulnerability.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2020-7245 on user accounts?

CVE-2020-7245 allows an attacker to take over an arbitrary account if they know the username.

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