CVE-2023-35866: Medium severity KeePassXC KeePassXC vulnerability

Published Jun 19, 2023
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Updated

DISPUTED In KeePassXC through 2.7.5, a local attacker can make changes to the Database security settings, including master password and second-factor authentication, within an authenticated KeePassXC Database session, without the need to authenticate these changes by entering the password and/or second-factor authentication to confirm changes. NOTE: the vendor's position is "asking the user for their password prior to making any changes to the database settings adds no additional protection against a local attacker."

Affected Software

1 affected component
KeePassXC KeePassXC<=2.7.5

Event History

Jun 19, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Disputed
06:15 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-35866?

CVE-2023-35866 is considered a medium severity vulnerability as it allows local attackers to modify database security settings without authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-35866?

To fix CVE-2023-35866, you should upgrade KeePassXC to version 2.7.6 or later where the vulnerability is patched.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2023-35866?

CVE-2023-35866 affects all users of KeePassXC versions up to and including 2.7.5.

4

What kind of changes can an attacker make exploiting CVE-2023-35866?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2023-35866 can change sensitive database security settings, including the master password and second-factor authentication, without needing to provide the current password.

5

Is remote access required to exploit CVE-2023-35866?

No, CVE-2023-35866 can be exploited by local attackers who have access to an authenticated KeePassXC Database session.

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