Cleartext Password Storage Vulnerability in rust-iot-platform by IoT Ecology

CVE-2026-82453

What is CVE-2026-82453?

The rust-iot-platform has a significant security issue where user passwords are stored in cleartext. This vulnerability arises from a flaw in the user model, leading to the potential exposure of plaintext credentials through API responses during user retrieval or listing actions. Attackers targeting this weakness can easily obtain sensitive login information, posing a severe risk to all user accounts. Immediate measures are recommended to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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