CVE-2023-39231: PingFederate PingOne MFA IK Device Pairing Second Factor Authentication Bypass
PingFederate using the PingOne MFA adapter allows a new MFA device to be paired without requiring second factor authentication from an existing registered device. A threat actor may be able to exploit this vulnerability to register their own MFA device if they have knowledge of a victim user's first factor credentials.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this PingFederate vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this PingFederate vulnerability is CVE-2023-39231.
What is the title of this vulnerability?
The title of this vulnerability is 'PingFederate using the PingOne MFA adapter allows a new MFA device to be paired without requiring second factor authentication from an existing registered device'.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-39231?
The severity of CVE-2023-39231 is high with a severity value of 6.5.
How does the vulnerability in PingFederate occur?
The vulnerability in PingFederate occurs due to the PingOne MFA adapter allowing a new MFA device to be paired without requiring second factor authentication from an existing registered device.
How can a threat actor exploit this vulnerability in PingFederate?
A threat actor can exploit this vulnerability in PingFederate by registering their own MFA device if they have knowledge of a victim user's first factor authentication.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-39231?
Yes, patches have been released by PingIdentity to address this vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-39231?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-39231 at the following references: [Reference 1](https://docs.pingidentity.com/r/en-us/pingfederate-pingone-mfa-ik/bks1657303194394) and [Reference 2](https://www.pingidentity.com/en/resources/downloads/pingid.html).