CWE
178
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-25920

First published: Mon Mar 22 2021(Updated: )

In OpenEMR, versions v2.7.2-rc1 to 6.0.0 are vulnerable to Improper Access Control when creating a new user, which leads to a malicious user able to read and send sensitive messages on behalf of the victim user.

Credit: vulnerabilitylab@mend.io

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
OpenEMR>=2.7.2<=6.0.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-25920?

    CVE-2021-25920 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to improper access control in OpenEMR.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-25920?

    To fix CVE-2021-25920, update your OpenEMR installation to version 6.0.0 or later.

  • What types of systems are affected by CVE-2021-25920?

    CVE-2021-25920 affects OpenEMR versions from 2.7.2-rc1 to 6.0.0.

  • What kind of attacks can be executed using CVE-2021-25920?

    CVE-2021-25920 allows an attacker to read and send sensitive messages on behalf of the victim user.

  • Is user authentication affected by CVE-2021-25920?

    Yes, CVE-2021-25920 indicates that user authentication and access control mechanisms are improperly configured.

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