Critical severityNVD Advisory· Published Nov 29, 2021· Updated Aug 4, 2024
API token verification can be bypassed
CVE-2021-43786
Description
Nodebb is an open source Node.js based forum software. In affected versions incorrect logic present in the token verification step unintentionally allowed master token access to the API. The vulnerability has been patch as of v1.18.5. Users are advised to upgrade as soon as possible.
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Affected packages
Versions sourced from the GitHub Security Advisory.
| Package | Affected versions | Patched versions |
|---|---|---|
nodebbnpm | >= 1.15.0, < 1.18.5 | 1.18.5 |
Affected products
2Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
7- github.com/advisories/GHSA-hf2m-j98r-4fqwghsaADVISORY
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-43786ghsaADVISORY
- blog.sonarsource.com/nodebb-remote-code-execution-with-one-shotghsaWEB
- blog.sonarsource.com/nodebb-remote-code-execution-with-one-shot/mitrex_refsource_MISC
- github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/commit/04dab1d550cdebf4c1567bca9a51f8b9ca48a500ghsax_refsource_MISCWEB
- github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/releases/tag/v1.18.5ghsax_refsource_MISCWEB
- github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/security/advisories/GHSA-hf2m-j98r-4fqwghsax_refsource_CONFIRMWEB
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