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CVE-2023-38205: Adobe ColdFusion Improper Access Control Vulnerability

First published: Thu Jul 20 2023(Updated: )

Adobe ColdFusion contains an improper access control vulnerability that allows for a security feature bypass.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com psirt@adobe.com psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Adobe ColdFusion=2018
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update1
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update10
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update11
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update12
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update13
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update14
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update15
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update16
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update18
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update2
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update3
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update4
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update5
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update6
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update7
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update8
Adobe ColdFusion=2018-update9
Adobe ColdFusion=2021
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update1
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update2
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update3
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update4
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update5
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update6
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update7
Adobe ColdFusion=2021-update8
Adobe ColdFusion=2023
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update1
Adobe ColdFusion=2023-update2

Remedy

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID of this Adobe ColdFusion vulnerability?

    The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-38205.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-38205?

    The severity of CVE-2023-38205 is high with a severity value of 7.5.

  • Which versions of Adobe ColdFusion are affected by CVE-2023-38205?

    Adobe ColdFusion versions 2018u18 (and earlier), 2021u8 (and earlier), and 2023u2 (and earlier) are affected by CVE-2023-38205.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2023-38205?

    CVE-2023-38205 can result in a security feature bypass, allowing an attacker to access the administration CFM and CFC endpoints.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-38205?

    You can find more information about CVE-2023-38205 at the following reference: [link](https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb23-47.html).

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