CVE-2022-1631 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

A vulnerability has been identified in the GitHub repository microweber/microweber prior to version 1.2.15, allowing attackers to perform Account Takeover. This CVE details the impact of the vulnerability, affected systems, and mitigation strategies.

Understanding CVE-2022-1631

This section provides an overview of the vulnerability affecting microweber/microweber.

What is CVE-2022-1631?

The vulnerability in microweber/microweber allows attackers to gain pre-authentication to victim accounts by exploiting the lack of proper email validation.

The Impact of CVE-2022-1631

The vulnerability impacts confidentiality as attackers can view victim activities, potentially impacting integrity and availability by modifying data.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-1631

This section delves into the technical aspects of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Attackers can register accounts using victims' emails, gaining unauthorized access to accounts due to validation flaws.

Affected Systems and Versions

The vulnerability affects microweber/microweber versions prior to 1.2.15.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the lack of email validation from Social Login to gain unauthorized access to victim accounts.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to protect systems from this vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Users should update microweber/microweber to version 1.2.15 or above and enable email confirmation for account creation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement proper input validation and account existence checks to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Regularly update software and follow security best practices to mitigate the risk of Account Takeover.