User Enumeration Vulnerability in PHPJabbers Fundraising Script

CVE-2023-40762

What is CVE-2023-40762?

The PHPJabbers Fundraising Script version 1.0 has a vulnerability that allows for user enumeration through its password recovery feature. When users attempt to recover their passwords, the application provides different responses based on the validity of the username. This subtle difference in messaging enables malicious actors to confirm whether a specific username is associated with a valid account, which could subsequently facilitate brute force attacks targeting valid users. Effective remediation strategies should be implemented to ensure consistent messaging during password recovery processes.

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