CVE-2025-62512: Piwigo Vulnerable to User Enumeration via Password Reset Endpoint

Published Feb 24, 2026
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Updated

Piwigo is an open source photo gallery application for the web. In version 15.5.0 and likely earlier 15.x releases, the password reset functionality in Piwigo allows an unauthenticated attacker to determine whether a given username or email address exists in the system. The endpoint at password.php?action=lost returns distinct messages for valid vs. invalid accounts, enabling user enumeration. As of time of publication, no known patches are available.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Piwigo>=15.5.0
Piwigo piwigo>=15.0.0<=15.5.0

Event History

Feb 24, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:43 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:43 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-62512?

CVE-2025-62512 has been assigned a severity rating that indicates a moderate security risk due to the exposure of usernames or email addresses.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-62512?

To mitigate the vulnerability CVE-2025-62512, update Piwigo to version 15.5.1 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-62512?

CVE-2025-62512 is an information disclosure vulnerability related to the password reset functionality.

4

Can CVE-2025-62512 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-62512 can be exploited remotely by an unauthenticated attacker.

5

What versions of Piwigo are affected by CVE-2025-62512?

CVE-2025-62512 affects Piwigo versions prior to 15.5.1.

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