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phpMyFAQ - Authentication Bypass via Missing Password Reset Token in /api/user/password/update

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severity
high
date
Affecting

  • phpMyFAQ < 4.1.3

CWE
  • CWE-307 Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts
CVSS
8.8
CVSS V4 Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
Credit
cyberHunter127
Description
phpMyFAQ before 4.1.3 contains an authentication bypass vulnerability in the password reset endpoint that allows unauthenticated attackers to reset any user account password without token verification or email confirmation. Attackers can enumerate valid usernames, obtain plaintext passwords via email, and achieve complete account takeover including administrative access.

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