CVE-2021-32731: The reset password form reveal users email address
First published: Thu Jul 01 2021(Updated: )
XWiki Platform is a generic wiki platform offering runtime services for applications built on top of it. Between (and including) versions 13.1RC1 and 13.1, the reset password form reveals the email address of users just by giving their username. The problem has been patched on XWiki 13.2RC1. As a workaround, it is possible to manually modify the `resetpasswordinline.vm` to perform the changes made to mitigate the vulnerability.
Credit: security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Xwiki | =13.1 | |
| Xwiki | =13.1-rc1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-32731?
CVE-2021-32731 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the exposure of user email addresses.
How do I fix CVE-2021-32731?
To mitigate CVE-2021-32731, upgrade to XWiki version 13.1 or later.
What does CVE-2021-32731 affect?
CVE-2021-32731 affects XWiki versions 13.1 and 13.1RC1, allowing user email exposure through the password reset feature.
What information is leaked in CVE-2021-32731?
CVE-2021-32731 allows attackers to discover email addresses of users by providing their usernames.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2021-32731?
Yes, a patch for CVE-2021-32731 is included in the XWiki 13.1 release.
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