Overview
The Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) system has identified a critical security vulnerability, CVE-2025-43930, in Hashview 0.8.1. This vulnerability could potentially allow an attacker to take over user accounts via the password reset feature. The impact of this vulnerability is severe, as it could lead to unauthorized system access, potential system compromise, or even data leakage. This vulnerability affects all platforms running Hashview 0.8.1. Its importance lies in the fact that unauthorized system access can lead to various forms of cyber threats, including data theft, system disruption, and even business operations interference.
Vulnerability Summary
CVE ID: CVE-2025-43930
Severity: Critical (9.8 CVSS Score)
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: Required
Impact: Account takeover, potential system compromise, and data leakage
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Product | Affected Versions
Hashview | 0.8.1
How the Exploit Works
The exploit takes advantage of the password reset feature in Hashview 0.8.1. When a user initiates a password reset, the system creates a reset token and sends it to the user’s email. However, due to a configuration issue (SERVER_NAME not set), the system relies on the Host HTTP header to determine where to send the reset token. An attacker can manipulate this Host HTTP header to redirect the reset token to a location of their choosing, enabling them to reset the user’s password and take over the account.
Conceptual Example Code
A conceptual example of how this vulnerability might be exploited is shown below:
POST /password_reset HTTP/1.1
Host: attacker-controlled-site.com
Content-Type: application/json
{ "email": "victim@example.com" }In this example, an attacker sends a password reset request for the victim’s account and manipulates the Host HTTP header to point to a site they control. The system then sends the reset token to the attacker’s site, allowing the attacker to reset the victim’s password and take over their account.
Mitigation Guidance
As a temporary mitigation, users can implement a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) to monitor and block suspicious activities. However, the most effective mitigation is to apply the vendor patch once it is available. The patch will correct the SERVER_NAME configuration issue, preventing this vulnerability from being exploited. Users should prioritize updating their systems to ensure their security.