CVE-2023-50172 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A recovery notification bypass vulnerability has been identified in the userRecoverPass.php captcha validation functionality of WWBN AVideo dev master commit 15fed957fb. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to create a recovery pass code for any user through a specially crafted HTTP request.

Understanding CVE-2023-50172

This section provides insights into the nature of CVE-2023-50172.

What is CVE-2023-50172?

CVE-2023-50172 is a weakness in the password recovery mechanism for forgotten passwords in WWBN AVideo dev master commit 15fed957fb.

The Impact of CVE-2023-50172

The vulnerability could result in unauthorized access to user accounts due to the silent creation of recovery pass codes for any user.

Technical Details of CVE-2023-50172

Below are the technical aspects of CVE-2023-50172.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability lies in the userRecoverPass.php captcha validation functionality of the affected version of WWBN AVideo, leading to the generation of recovery pass codes.

Affected Systems and Versions

Vendor: WWBN Product: AVideo Affected Version: dev master commit 15fed957fb

Exploitation Mechanism

By sending a specifically crafted HTTP request, an attacker can exploit this vulnerability to silently create a recovery pass code for any user.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to protect your systems from CVE-2023-50172.

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement a fix or patch provided by the vendor to address the vulnerability.
Monitor user accounts for any suspicious activity or unauthorized access.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to protect against known vulnerabilities.
Enhance user authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by WWBN for AVideo dev master commit 15fed957fb to mitigate the risk of exploitation.