What is the severity of CVE-2021-29041?

CVE-2021-29041 is classified as a denial-of-service (DoS) vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2021-29041?

To fix CVE-2021-29041, upgrade Liferay DXP to version 7.3 fix pack 1 or later.

What impact does CVE-2021-29041 have on Liferay DXP users?

CVE-2021-29041 enables remote authenticated attackers to prevent user authentication through manipulation of multi-factor authentication settings.

Which versions of Liferay DXP are affected by CVE-2021-29041?

CVE-2021-29041 affects all versions of Liferay DXP prior to 7.3 fix pack 1.

Can CVE-2021-29041 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-29041 can be exploited by remote authenticated attackers.

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CVE-2021-29041

medium

6.5

16/5/2021

3/8/2024

CVE-2021-29041

First published: Sun May 16 2021(Updated: )

Denial-of-service (DoS) vulnerability in the Multi-Factor Authentication module in Liferay DXP 7.3 before fix pack 1 allows remote authenticated attackers to prevent any user from authenticating by (1) enabling Time-based One-time password (TOTP) on behalf of the other user or (2) modifying the other user's TOTP shared secret.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Liferay 7.4 GA	<7.3
Liferay 7.4 GA	=7.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-29041?
CVE-2021-29041 is classified as a denial-of-service (DoS) vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29041?
To fix CVE-2021-29041, upgrade Liferay DXP to version 7.3 fix pack 1 or later.
What impact does CVE-2021-29041 have on Liferay DXP users?
CVE-2021-29041 enables remote authenticated attackers to prevent user authentication through manipulation of multi-factor authentication settings.
Which versions of Liferay DXP are affected by CVE-2021-29041?
CVE-2021-29041 affects all versions of Liferay DXP prior to 7.3 fix pack 1.
Can CVE-2021-29041 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-29041 can be exploited by remote authenticated attackers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-29041?
CVE-2021-29041 is classified as a denial-of-service (DoS) vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29041?
To fix CVE-2021-29041, upgrade Liferay DXP to version 7.3 fix pack 1 or later.
What impact does CVE-2021-29041 have on Liferay DXP users?
CVE-2021-29041 enables remote authenticated attackers to prevent user authentication through manipulation of multi-factor authentication settings.
Which versions of Liferay DXP are affected by CVE-2021-29041?
CVE-2021-29041 affects all versions of Liferay DXP prior to 7.3 fix pack 1.
Can CVE-2021-29041 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-29041 can be exploited by remote authenticated attackers.