CVE-2022-23723 : Security Advisory and Response

An MFA bypass vulnerability exists in the PingFederate PingOne MFA Integration Kit when adapter HTML templates are used as part of an authentication flow.

Understanding CVE-2022-23723

This CVE involves an MFA bypass vulnerability in the PingFederate PingOne MFA Integration Kit.

What is CVE-2022-23723?

CVE-2022-23723 is a security vulnerability found in the PingFederate PingOne MFA Integration Kit, allowing bypass of multi-factor authentication when using adapter HTML templates.

The Impact of CVE-2022-23723

The vulnerability poses a high risk with a CVSS base score of 7.7, affecting confidentiality, integrity, and requiring high privileges, but with no availability impact.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-23723

The technical details of this CVE include:

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows for an MFA bypass when utilizing adapter HTML templates during the authentication process.

Affected Systems and Versions

The affected product is the PingFederate PingOne MFA Integration Kit with versions 1.4, 1.4.1, 1.5, 1.5.1, and 1.5.2.

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited through crafted requests that leverage the MFA bypass issue in the integration kit.

Mitigation and Prevention

To mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2022-23723, follow these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update to a patched version provided by Ping Identity.
Monitor for any unauthorized access.
Implement additional authentication layers.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly check for security advisories from Ping Identity.
Conduct security assessments to identify vulnerable configurations.
Train users on recognizing and reporting suspicious activities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates to address known vulnerabilities.