CVE-2024-21671: vantage6 username timing attack
First published: Tue Jan 30 2024(Updated: )
### Impact It is possible to find out usernames from the response time of login requests. This could aid attackers in credential attacks ### Workarounds No
Credit: security-advisories@github.com security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| pip/vantage6-server | <4.2.0 | 4.2.0 |
| Vantage6 | <4.2.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/vantage6/vantage6/security/advisories/GHSA-45gq-q4xh-cp53
- https://github.com/vantage6/vantage6/commit/389f416c445da4f2438c72f34c3b1084485c4e30
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-21671
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-45gq-q4xh-cp53 (Advisory)
- https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/vantage6/PYSEC-2024-31.yaml
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-21671?
CVE-2024-21671 is categorized as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of usernames through login request timing.
How do I fix CVE-2024-21671?
To mitigate CVE-2024-21671, upgrade the vantage6-server package to version 4.2.1 or later.
What types of attacks does CVE-2024-21671 facilitate?
CVE-2024-21671 could aid credential stuffing or brute force attacks by revealing valid usernames based on response times.
Which versions of the vantage6 software are affected by CVE-2024-21671?
CVE-2024-21671 affects the vantage6-server versions up to and including 4.2.0.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-21671?
There are currently no effective workarounds for CVE-2024-21671 other than updating to a fixed version.
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