CVE-2024-55073: High severity hay-kot mealie vulnerability

Published Mar 27, 2025
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Updated

A Broken Object Level Authorization vulnerability in the component /api/users/{user-id} of hay-kot mealie v2.2.0 allows users to edit their own profile in order to give themselves more permissions or to change their household.

Affected Software

2 affected components
hay-kot mealie
Mealie Mealie=2.2.0

Event History

Mar 27, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-55073?

CVE-2024-55073 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for allowing unauthorized privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-55073?

To fix CVE-2024-55073, update to the latest patched version of hay-kot mealie where object level authorization checks are properly implemented.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-55073?

CVE-2024-55073 affects hay-kot mealie versions prior to 2.2.0, specifically the API endpoint /api/users/{user-id}.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-55073?

CVE-2024-55073 is categorized as a Broken Object Level Authorization vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2024-55073 lead to data compromise?

Yes, CVE-2024-55073 can potentially lead to data compromise as it allows users to escalate permissions and alter their profile.

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