Incorrect Access Control in BookStack Allows DoS via Public Facing Forms
CVE-2024-36676

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

BookStack

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 July 2024

What is CVE-2024-36676?

An access control vulnerability exists in BookStack prior to version 24.05.1, enabling malicious actors to confirm the existence of users within the system. This exploit can be leveraged through public-facing forms to launch targeted notification email denial-of-service attacks, potentially disrupting user communication and service functionality.

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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