CVE-2021-36095: User enumeration issue using "lost password" feature

Published Sep 6, 2021
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Updated

Malicious attacker is able to find out valid user logins by using the "lost password" feature. This issue affects: OTRS AG ((OTRS)) Community Edition version 6.0.1 and later versions. OTRS AG OTRS 7.0.x version 7.0.28 and prior versions.

Affected Software

2 affected components
OTRS OTRS>=6.0.1
OTRS OTRS>=7.0.0<7.0.29

Remediation

Information

Update to OTRS 7.0.29.

Event History

Sep 6, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-36095.

2

How does the vulnerability allow malicious attackers to find valid user logins?

The vulnerability allows malicious attackers to find valid user logins by exploiting the 'lost password' feature.

3

Which versions of OTRS Community Edition are affected?

OTRS Community Edition versions 6.0.1 and later versions are affected.

4

Which versions of OTRS 7.x are affected?

OTRS 7.0.x versions prior to 7.0.28 are affected.

5

What is the severity rating of this vulnerability?

The severity rating of this vulnerability is medium, with a CVSS score of 5.3.

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