CVE-2024-22212: Nextcloud global site selector authentication bypass

Published Jan 18, 2024
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Updated

Nextcloud Global Site Selector is a tool which allows you to run multiple small Nextcloud instances and redirect users to the right server. A problem in the password verification method allows an attacker to authenticate as another user. It is recommended that the Nextcloud Global Site Selector is upgraded to version 1.4.1, 2.1.2, 2.3.4 or 2.4.5. There are no known workarounds for this issue.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Nextcloud Global Site Selector>=1.1.0<1.4.1
Nextcloud Global Site Selector>=2.0.0<2.1.2
Nextcloud Global Site Selector>=2.2.0<2.3.4
Nextcloud Global Site Selector>=2.4.0<2.4.5

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Nextcloud Global Site Selector to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.4.1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Nextcloud Global Site Selector to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.1.2
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Nextcloud Global Site Selector to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.3.4
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade Nextcloud Global Site Selector to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.4.5

Event History

Jan 18, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:04 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-22212?

CVE-2024-22212 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for severe unauthorized access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-22212?

To remediate CVE-2024-22212, update your Nextcloud Global Site Selector to version 2.4.6 or later immediately.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-22212?

CVE-2024-22212 could allow an attacker to authenticate as another user, leading to data breaches or unauthorized actions.

4

Which versions of Nextcloud Global Site Selector are affected by CVE-2024-22212?

CVE-2024-22212 affects Nextcloud Global Site Selector versions 1.1.0 to 1.4.1, and 2.0.0 to 2.4.5.

5

Is there any timeframe for fixing CVE-2024-22212?

Fixes for CVE-2024-22212 have been released in the latest version, and users should upgrade as soon as possible.

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