Access Control Flaw in CTFd Affects User Data Privacy
CVE-2024-42988

4.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
CTFd
Status
CTFd
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 October 2024

Summary

An access control vulnerability exists in the ChallengeSolves API of CTFd versions 2.0.0 through 3.7.2. This issue permits authenticated users to access a list of other users who have completed particular challenges, disregarding the implemented Account Visibility settings. As a result, sensitive user data may be exposed. This vulnerability was addressed in version 3.7.3 and later, emphasizing the need for users to update their installations promptly to ensure data security.

References

https://github.com/CTFd/CTFd/pull/2570
https://github.com/CTFd/CTFd/releases/tag/3.7.3
https://blog.ctfd.io/ctfd-3-7-3/

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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