Authentication Bypass
Authentication bypass attacks exploit flaws in the verification mechanisms that control access to systems and applications.
How It Works
Authentication bypass attacks exploit flaws in the verification mechanisms that control access to systems and applications. Instead of cracking passwords through brute force, attackers manipulate the authentication process itself to gain unauthorized entry. This typically occurs through one of several pathways: exploiting hardcoded credentials embedded in source code or configuration files, manipulating parameters in authentication requests to skip verification steps, or leveraging broken session management that fails to properly validate user identity.
The attack flow often begins with reconnaissance to identify authentication endpoints and their underlying logic. Attackers may probe for default administrative credentials that were never changed, test whether certain URL paths bypass login requirements entirely, or intercept and modify authentication tokens to escalate privileges. In multi-step authentication processes, flaws in state management can allow attackers to complete only partial verification steps while still gaining full access.
More sophisticated variants exploit single sign-on (SSO) or OAuth implementations where misconfigurations in trust relationships allow attackers to forge authentication assertions. Parameter tampering—such as changing a "role=user" field to "role=admin" in a request—can trick poorly designed systems into granting elevated access without proper verification.
Impact
- Complete account takeover — attackers gain full control of user accounts, including administrative accounts, without knowing legitimate credentials
- Unauthorized data access — ability to view, modify, or exfiltrate sensitive information including customer data, financial records, and intellectual property
- System-wide compromise — admin-level access enables installation of backdoors, modification of security controls, and complete infrastructure takeover
- Lateral movement — bypassed authentication provides a foothold for moving deeper into networks and accessing additional systems
- Compliance violations — unauthorized access triggers breach notification requirements and regulatory penalties
Real-World Examples
CrushFTP suffered a critical authentication bypass allowing attackers to access file-sharing functionality without any credentials. The vulnerability enabled direct server-side template injection, leading to remote code execution on affected systems. Attackers actively exploited this in the wild to establish persistent access to enterprise file servers.
Palo Alto's Expedition migration tool contained a flaw permitting attackers to reset administrative credentials without authentication. This allowed complete takeover of the migration environment, potentially exposing network configurations and security policies being transferred between systems.
SolarWinds Web Help Desk (CVE-2024-28987) shipped with hardcoded internal credentials that could not be changed through normal administrative functions. Attackers discovering these credentials gained full administrative access to helpdesk systems containing sensitive organizational information and user data.
Mitigation
- Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) — requires attackers to compromise additional verification factors beyond bypassed primary authentication
- Eliminate hardcoded credentials — use secure credential management systems and rotate all default credentials during deployment
- Enforce authentication on all endpoints — verify every request requires valid authentication; no "hidden" administrative paths should exist
- Implement proper session management — use cryptographically secure session tokens, validate on server-side, enforce timeout policies
- Apply principle of least privilege — limit damage by ensuring even authenticated users only access necessary resources
- Regular security testing — conduct penetration testing specifically targeting authentication logic and flows
Recent CVEs (37458)
Unauthenticated adjacent network attackers can exploit a logic vulnerability in the TDDP module of TP-Link Archer C20 v6.0 and Archer AX53 v1.0 to execute administrative commands such as factory reset and device reboot without credentials. This allows attackers to cause loss of device configuration and service disruption on vulnerable routers. No patch is currently available for this high-severity vulnerability affecting both router models.
GNU Inetutils telnetd through version 2.7 contains a critical authentication bypass that allows remote attackers to gain root access by setting the USER environment variable to '-f root' during TELNET negotiation. With EPSS 75% and KEV listing, this trivially exploitable vulnerability (CVE-2026-24061) has been widely weaponized. Public PoC is available and patches exist.
Oracle HTTP Server and WebLogic Server Proxy Plug-in have a CVSS 10.0 access control vulnerability allowing unauthenticated network attackers to fully compromise the middleware layer.
Graalvm versions up to 21.3.16 contains a vulnerability that allows attackers to unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all O (CVSS 7.4).
PrismX MX100 AP controller by BROWAN has hard-coded credentials that allow remote attackers to gain full administrative access to the wireless network controller.
OpenStack keystonemiddleware 10.5 through 10.9 has an authentication spoofing vulnerability (CVSS 9.9) allowing attackers to bypass Keystone token validation and access any OpenStack service as any user.
Middleware path-matching bypass in @fastify/middie before version 9.1.0 allows authenticated attackers to access protected endpoints by using URL-encoded characters in requests, as the middleware engine fails to decode paths while the underlying router does. An attacker with valid credentials can exploit this inconsistency to circumvent middleware security controls and access restricted functionality. This vulnerability requires low privileges and network access, with no patch currently available.
Devolutions Server versions 2025.3.1 through 2025.3.12 contain an authorization bypass in the virtual gateway component that allows authenticated attackers with high privileges to circumvent IP-based deny rules. This vulnerability could enable attackers to access restricted resources or bypass network-level security controls. No patch is currently available.
Altium 365 workspace endpoints had overly permissive CORS policies that allow unauthorized cross-origin access to workspace data, potentially exposing proprietary PCB designs and engineering data.
MCPJam Inspector versions 1.4.2 and earlier allow unauthenticated remote code execution through missing authentication in the MCP server debugging platform, with EPSS 17.2% indicating active scanning.
TDC X401GL firmware contains hardcoded default credentials for privileged user accounts, enabling unauthenticated attackers to gain unauthorized administrative access over the network. This vulnerability affects all deployments using default configurations and could allow attackers to compromise system integrity and perform unauthorized operations. No patch is currently available.
TDC X401gl devices with unpatched firmware lack proper authorization controls for critical system functions, enabling unauthenticated remote attackers to arbitrarily start, stop, or delete applications and cause denial of service. This network-accessible vulnerability requires no user interaction and affects all default configurations. No patch is currently available.
Container management vulnerability allows authenticated users to escape to the host filesystem with read/write access. CVSS 9.9 with scope change.
Weblate versions prior to 5.15.2 expose screenshot images through the web server without authentication controls, enabling unauthenticated attackers to retrieve sensitive screenshots by predicting their filenames. This improper access control flaw affects all users whose screenshot content should be restricted. A patch is available in version 5.15.2 and later.
BLUVOYIX admin APIs allow unauthenticated creation of admin users, enabling complete platform takeover.
BLUVOYIX platform has unauthenticated API access allowing full customer data extraction and platform compromise.
Arbitrary code execution in Adobe Dreamweaver 21.6 and earlier stems from an incorrect authorization flaw that allows attackers to bypass security controls when a user opens a malicious file. An attacker can execute code with the privileges of the current user, potentially compromising the system. No patch is currently available for this vulnerability.
Windows HTTP.sys contains an access control weakness that enables authenticated network attackers to escalate privileges on affected Windows systems including Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016/2019. The vulnerability requires low attack complexity and existing user credentials but grants complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch is currently available for this HIGH severity issue.
Remote code execution in Windows Server Update Service affects Windows 11 25h2, Windows Server 2025, 2022, and 2016 due to inadequate input validation, enabling unauthenticated network-based attackers to execute arbitrary code with high impact. The vulnerability requires specific conditions to exploit (high complexity) but carries significant risk across widely-deployed server infrastructure with no patch currently available.
Windows WalletService contains a race condition that permits local privilege escalation on Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems. An unauthenticated attacker with local access can exploit improper synchronization of shared resources to gain elevated privileges. No patch is currently available for this vulnerability.
Windows Hello privilege escalation on Windows 10, 11, and Server 2019 allows local attackers without credentials to tamper with system integrity through incorrect privilege assignment. The vulnerability requires local access but no user interaction, enabling unauthorized modifications to protected resources. No patch is currently available for this HIGH severity issue affecting multiple Windows versions.
Local privilege escalation in Windows RRAS affects Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server 2022, allowing authenticated users to gain system-level access through improper access control mechanisms. An attacker with local user credentials can exploit this vulnerability to obtain elevated privileges on the affected system. No patch is currently available, leaving vulnerable systems at risk until Microsoft releases a security update.
Windows Hello privilege elevation flaw in Windows 10 21h2, Windows Server 2019, 2022, and 2022 23h2 enables local attackers to modify system data without authorization. The vulnerability stems from improper privilege assignment that bypasses access controls, allowing an unauthenticated attacker with local access to tamper with protected resources. Currently no patch is available and exploitation requires only local access with no special conditions or user interaction.
Privilege escalation in SQL Server 2022 and 2025 stems from insufficient authentication controls on critical functions, enabling authenticated network attackers to gain elevated privileges. The vulnerability affects administrators and authenticated users with network access to affected SQL Server instances. No patch is currently available, and exploitation requires high privileges but no user interaction.
Unauthenticated administrative access in NETGEAR Orbi routers (CBR750, NBR750, RBE370, RBE371) allows local network attackers to bypass authentication and gain full admin control of the web interface. This high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.8) impacts all users on networks connected to affected devices, enabling attackers to modify router settings, potentially compromising network security and connected devices. A patch is available.
Eclipse Che che-machine-exec exposes an unauthenticated JSON-RPC/WebSocket API on port 3333 that allows remote command execution and secret exfiltration from other users' developer workspace containers.
Firefox Messaging System component has a sandbox escape vulnerability. Maximum CVSS 10.0 with scope change. Affects Firefox < 147 and Thunderbird < 147.
DOM security bypass in Firefox and Thunderbird allows remote attackers to circumvent protective mitigations through user interaction, affecting multiple versions across both products. An attacker can exploit this to achieve high-impact compromise of confidentiality and integrity without requiring authentication. Currently no patch is available for affected users.
Netweaver Application Server Abap versions up to 700 is affected by missing authorization (CVSS 8.1).
Opencode versions up to 1.0.216 is affected by missing authentication for critical function (CVSS 8.8).
WebErpMesV2 versions prior to 1.19 expose unauthenticated API endpoints that allow remote attackers to read sensitive manufacturing and business data including orders, quotes, and tasks without credentials. Public exploit code exists for this vulnerability, and attackers can additionally create company records and manipulate collaboration whiteboards. A patch is available in version 1.19 and should be applied immediately to restrict API access.
LibreChat before v0.8.2-rc2 allows any authenticated user to execute shell commands as root inside the container through the MCP stdio transport. A single API request is sufficient for root code execution. PoC available, patch available.
Android versions up to 15.0 contains a vulnerability that allows attackers to execute the privileged APIs (CVSS 7.8).
Ecase Ecomplaint versions up to 9.0.45.0 is affected by authorization bypass through user-controlled key (CVSS 7.5).
OPEXUS eCasePortal before 9.0.45.0 allows unauthenticated access to the Attachments.aspx endpoint with predictable formid values. Attackers can download, delete, or upload files without authentication.
OPEXUS eCASE Audit contains an access control bypass that allows authenticated users to circumvent administrative restrictions by manipulating client-side JavaScript or crafting direct HTTP requests to re-enable disabled functions and buttons. This vulnerability affects eCASE Platform versions prior to 11.14.1.0 and could enable attackers to perform unauthorized actions that administrators have explicitly blocked. No patch is currently available for affected deployments.
ZimaOS (fork of CasaOS) through 1.5.0 has an authentication bypass where passwords for system service accounts are not properly validated during login. Attackers can access the system using known service account names with any password. PoC available, EPSS 13.6%.
Kanboard project management (through 1.2.48) has an authentication bypass when REVERSE_PROXY_AUTH is enabled. The application trusts HTTP headers for authentication without verifying the request came from the reverse proxy. Any attacker can impersonate any user including admins. PoC available, patch available.
Tarkov Data Manager's login endpoint can be bypassed using JavaScript prototype property access combined with loose equality type coercion. Any unauthenticated user can gain full admin access. Fixed in January 2025 commits.
Authentication bypass in OpenFlagr (the openflagr/flagr feature-flag service) versions up to and including 1.1.18 lets remote unauthenticated attackers reach protected API endpoints by exploiting flawed path normalization in the HTTP middleware's prefix whitelist. Attackers can read and modify feature flags and export sensitive configuration data with no credentials. A public technical writeup ('0day speedrun') exists, but there is no public exploit identified as weaponized and no active exploitation has been confirmed; EPSS is low at 0.13%.
OpenBlocks firmware versions before 5.0.8 contain an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers on adjacent networks to gain administrator access and reset passwords without valid credentials. This high-severity flaw affects all OpenBlocks series devices and requires no user interaction to exploit, though no patch is currently available.
Multiple D-Link DSL/DIR/DNS devices contain an authentication bypass and improper access control vulnerability in the dnscfg.cgi endpoint that allows an unauthenticated attacker to access DNS configuration functionality.
UniFi Protect Camera versions 6.1.79 and earlier contain an authentication bypass in their discovery protocol that allows adjacent network attackers to gain unauthorized access without credentials. An attacker on the local network can exploit this vulnerability to compromise camera systems and obtain full control. No patch is currently available, though updating to version 6.2.72 or later is recommended as mitigation.
Langflow before 1.7.0.dev45 exposes multiple API endpoints without authentication, allowing unauthenticated access to user conversations, transaction data, and message deletion. Critical for AI workflow platforms that handle sensitive prompt data.
Authentication bypass in Fortinet FortiOS, FortiProxy, and FortiSwitchManager allows unauthenticated remote attackers to defeat FortiCloud SSO login by submitting a crafted SAML response, due to improper verification of the response's cryptographic signature. The flaw is confirmed actively exploited (CISA KEV), with Arctic Wolf observing malicious SSO logins in the wild, and EPSS rates it at the 93rd percentile of likelihood. Combined with a 9.8 CVSS score and CWE-347 root cause, this is a top-priority patching target for any organization running affected Fortinet management planes.
Android contains a missing authentication vulnerability (CVE-2025-48572, CVSS 7.8) in multiple locations that allows background activity launches through a permissions bypass, enabling local privilege escalation without user interaction. KEV-listed, this vulnerability enables malicious apps to perform privileged operations silently in the background, bypassing Android's activity launch restrictions.
Grav is a file-based Web platform. Prior to 1.8.0-beta.27, due to improper authorization checks when modifying critical fields on a POST request to /admin/pages/{page_name}, an editor with only permissions to change basic content on the form is now able to change the functioning of the form through modifying the content of the data[_json][header][form] which is the YAML frontmatter which includes the process section which dictates what happens after a user submits the form which include some important actions that could lead to further vulnerabilities. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.8.0-beta.27.
Triofox versions before 16.7.10368.56560 contain an improper access control flaw allowing access to initial setup pages after setup is complete, enabling reconfiguration attacks.
Unauthenticated path traversal in Oracle Configurator's Runtime UI (part of Oracle E-Business Suite 12.2.3-12.2.14) exposes the complete data accessible to the Configurator application over plain HTTP with no prerequisites. The CISA KEV catalog references this CVE, and watchTowr Labs has published a pre-authentication RCE chain combining this flaw with CVE-2025-61882 - meaning confidentiality loss is the isolated impact, but chaining enables full system compromise. A publicly available exploit exists, and the July 2025 Oracle Critical Patch Update (CPU) addresses this vulnerability.
Unauthenticated remote takeover of Oracle E-Business Suite's Concurrent Processing tier (via the BI Publisher Integration component) affects supported releases 12.2.3 through 12.2.14, letting a network attacker with no credentials fully compromise the component over HTTP. Rooted in an authentication weakness (CWE-287), the flaw is confirmed actively exploited (CISA KEV) and was leveraged as a zero-day in a mass-exploitation campaign documented by CrowdStrike, with full confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact (CVSS 9.8).
Unauthenticated remote access to restricted VPN web server endpoints in Cisco Secure ASA and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) software exposes internal VPN-related URLs that require no credentials to reach, due to improper HTTP(S) input validation (CWE-862 - Missing Authorization). Confirmed actively exploited (CISA KEV), with a publicly available proof-of-concept and EPSS at the 97th percentile, making this a high-priority threat for any organization running remote-access VPN on ASA or FTD hardware. A related attack variant - disclosed November 5, 2025, and intersecting with CVE-2025-20333 - can additionally trigger unexpected device reloads on unpatched appliances, compounding the risk with a denial-of-service impact that brings the availability score to High.
A vulnerability in XAMPP, developed by Apache Friends, version 1.7.3's default WebDAV configuration allows remote authenticated attackers to upload and execute arbitrary PHP code. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.7), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and EPSS exploitation probability 49.3%.
Incomplete authorization of linked device synchronization messages in WhatsApp for iOS prior to v2.25.21.73, WhatsApp Business for iOS v2.25.21.78, and WhatsApp for Mac v2.25.21.78 could have allowed. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.4), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Actively exploited in the wild (cisa kev) and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability in a known login mechanism allows unauthenticated attackers to execute API calls without requiring user credentials. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and EPSS exploitation probability 83.1%.
Flowise versions before 3.0.1 allow unauthenticated access to the Custom MCPs feature, which is designed to execute OS commands. The combination of no default authentication and the ability to spawn local processes via tools like npx enables unauthenticated remote code execution on any Flowise installation.
An unrestricted file upload vulnerability exists in Dell (acquired by Quest) KACE K1000 System Management Appliance version 5.0 - 5.3, 5.4 prior to 5.4.76849, and 5.5 prior to 5.5.90547 in the. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and EPSS exploitation probability 52.4%.
FreeFloat FTP Server contains multiple critical design flaws that allow unauthenticated remote attackers to upload arbitrary files to sensitive system directories. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and EPSS exploitation probability 57.1%.
Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5.23 and earlier contain a misconfiguration vulnerability enabling unauthenticated remote code execution with changed scope (CVSS 10.0).
DELMIA Apriso contains a missing authorization vulnerability allowing attackers to gain privileged access to the manufacturing execution system application.
CryptoLog PHP edition (discontinued since 2009) contains a chained SQL injection and command injection vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker can first bypass authentication via SQLi in login.php, then exploit command injection to gain shell access as the web server user.
BuilderEngine 3.5.0 contains a critical unrestricted file upload vulnerability in its elFinder 2.0 integration and jQuery File Upload plugin, allowing unauthenticated attackers to upload and execute arbitrary PHP files on the server, resulting in complete remote code execution (RCE) under the web server process context. The vulnerability is characterized by a CVSS 9.3 score with no authentication or user interaction required, making it immediately exploitable across network boundaries.
The Pie Register WordPress plugin versions up to 3.7.1.4 contain an authentication bypass that allows unauthenticated attackers to log in as any user including administrators. By submitting a crafted POST request with social_site=true and a target user_id_social_site value, attackers generate valid WordPress sessions for arbitrary accounts.
Improper authentication in Microsoft Office SharePoint allows an unauthorized attacker to perform spoofing over a network.
Cisco ISE and ISE-PIC contain a critical input injection vulnerability (CVE-2025-20281, CVSS 10.0) that allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code as root on the underlying operating system. With EPSS 30.4% and KEV listing, this vulnerability targets the network access control platform that governs who and what can access the enterprise network — compromising ISE means controlling network admission for the entire organization.
Authentication bypass in Quest KACE Systems Management Appliance allows remote unauthenticated attackers to impersonate any user and achieve complete administrative takeover via SSO mechanism flaws. Confirmed actively exploited (CISA KEV) with publicly available exploit code. Affects versions 13.0.x through 14.1.x across five major release branches. CVSS 10.0 (critical) with changed scope indicates full system compromise. EPSS score of 0.16% appears artificially low given confirmed active exploitation, suggesting targeted attacks rather than widespread scanning.
Cross-site scripting in Zimbra Collaboration (ZCS) Classic UI allows attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript within a user's session by sending a crafted email. Actively exploited in the wild (CISA KEV) with public exploit code available, affecting versions 8.8.15, 9.0, 10.0, and 10.1.
In IGEL OS before 11, Secure Boot can be bypassed because the igel-flash-driver module improperly verifies a cryptographic signature. Ultimately, a crafted root filesystem can be mounted from an unverified SquashFS image.
Roundcube Webmail contains a critical PHP object deserialization vulnerability (CVE-2025-49113, CVSS 9.9) that allows authenticated users to achieve remote code execution through a crafted upload URL. With EPSS 90.4% and KEV listing, this vulnerability in one of the most widely deployed open-source webmail platforms enables any email user to compromise the mail server, accessing all hosted mailboxes.
Versa Concerto SD-WAN orchestration platform contains an authentication bypass in Traefik reverse proxy configuration, exposing Actuator endpoints with heap dumps and trace logs.
Microsoft Scripting Engine contains a type confusion vulnerability allowing unauthorized remote code execution over the network through crafted content processed by the scripting engine.
An authentication bypass in the API component of Ivanti Endpoint Manager Mobile 12.5.0.0 and prior allows attackers to access protected resources without proper credentials via the API. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Actively exploited in the wild (cisa kev) and public exploit code available.
NetAlertX (formerly PiAlert) versions 23.01.14 through 24.x before 24.10.12 allow unauthenticated command injection through the settings update API. The savesettings function lacks authentication, enabling attackers to modify arbitrary configuration values and inject OS commands that execute on the host system.
Erlang/OTP SSH server allows unauthenticated remote code execution by exploiting a flaw in SSH protocol message handling, enabling unauthorized system access with CVSS 10.0.
The SureTriggers WordPress plugin through version 1.0.78 contains an authentication bypass due to a missing empty value check on the secret_key in the autheticate_user function. On installations where the plugin API key is not configured, unauthenticated attackers can create administrative accounts and take over the WordPress site.
Langflow before 1.3.0 allows unauthenticated remote code injection through the /api/v1/validate/code endpoint, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary Python code on the server without authentication.
CrushFTP 10 and 11 contain an authentication bypass allowing takeover of the crushadmin account through a race condition in the AWS4-HMAC authorization method, massively exploited in March-April 2025.
Kentico Xperience contains a second authentication bypass in the Staging Sync Server through None-type password handling, allowing administrative control. Companion to CVE-2025-2746.
Kentico Xperience through 13.0.172 contains an authentication bypass in the Staging Sync Server through empty SHA1 username handling in digest authentication, allowing administrative object control.
A security feature bypass in Microsoft Management Console (MMC) allows attackers to evade security warnings and execute malicious code locally. KEV-listed and tracked as CVE-2025-26633, this vulnerability has been actively exploited by the Water Gamayun threat group (also tracked as EncryptHub) using crafted .msc files to deploy info-stealing malware. Public PoC is available and EPSS is 7.1%.
A critical authentication bypass in AMI SPx BMC firmware allows unauthenticated remote attackers to gain full control of server hardware through the Redfish Host Interface. This KEV-listed vulnerability (CVSS 9.8) threatens the entire server fleet of organizations using AMI-based BMC implementations, enabling attackers to persist below the OS layer where traditional security tools cannot detect them.
Microsoft Power Pages contains an improper access control vulnerability allowing unauthenticated attackers to elevate privileges and bypass user registration controls over the network.
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS management web interface contains an authentication bypass allowing unauthenticated attackers to invoke PHP scripts, potentially leading to system compromise when chained with other vulnerabilities.
FortiOS and FortiProxy contain an authentication bypass allowing unauthenticated attackers with knowledge of upstream/downstream device serial numbers to gain super-admin privileges on downstream devices.
An authorization issue was addressed with improved state management. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.1), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. Actively exploited in the wild (cisa kev) and EPSS exploitation probability 44.2%.
Digiever DS-2105 Pro 3.1.0.71-11 devices allow time_tzsetup.cgi Command Injection. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Actively exploited in the wild (cisa kev) and public exploit code available.
SimpleHelp remote support software v5.5.7 and before has a vulnerability that allows low-privileges technicians to create API keys with excessive permissions. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Active Directory Domain Services contains an elevation of privilege vulnerability that allows authenticated domain users to escalate to domain administrator. The vulnerability enables lateral movement and complete domain compromise from any authenticated position within the Active Directory environment.
FortiOS and FortiProxy contain an authentication bypass via the Node.js websocket module allowing unauthenticated remote attackers to gain super-admin privileges through crafted requests.
NETGEAR DGN1000 routers with firmware before 1.1.00.48 contain an unauthenticated remote command execution vulnerability via the setup.cgi endpoint. The vulnerability has been exploited in the wild since at least 2017, notably by the Mirai-derived Reaper/IoTroop botnet for large-scale DDoS operations.
SonicWall SonicOS SSLVPN contains an authentication bypass vulnerability allowing remote attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms and gain unauthorized VPN access to protected networks.
Quick Facts
- Typical Severity
- CRITICAL
- Category
- auth
- Total CVEs
- 37458