CVE-2021-28128: High severity strapi vulnerability

Published May 6, 2021
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Updated

In Strapi through 3.6.0, the admin panel allows the changing of one's own password without entering the current password. An attacker who gains access to a valid session can use this to take over an account by changing the password.

Affected Software

2 affected components
npm/strapi<=3.6.0
Strapi Strapi<=3.6.0

Event History

May 6, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:49 PM
Description
Oct 6, 2021
Advisory Published
05:48 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-28128?

The severity of CVE-2021-28128 is high with a CVSS score of 8.1.

2

How does CVE-2021-28128 impact Strapi?

CVE-2021-28128 allows an attacker with a valid session to change an account's password without entering the current password, potentially leading to account takeover.

3

Which versions of Strapi are affected by CVE-2021-28128?

Versions up to and including 3.6.0 of Strapi are affected by CVE-2021-28128.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-28128?

Upgrade to a version of Strapi newer than 3.6.0 to fix CVE-2021-28128.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-28128?

More information about CVE-2021-28128 can be found at the following references: [1] [2] [3]

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