{"id":30888,"date":"2025-04-25T05:15:22","date_gmt":"2025-04-25T05:15:22","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-05-14T17:18:15","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T17:18:15","slug":"cve-2024-53591-brute-force-authentication-bypass-in-seclore-v3-27-5-0","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2024-53591-brute-force-authentication-bypass-in-seclore-v3-27-5-0\/","title":{"rendered":"CVE-2024-53591: Brute Force Authentication Bypass in Seclore v3.27.5.0<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n

In the cybersecurity world, new vulnerabilities are discovered all the time. One such vulnerability was recently found in Seclore v3.27.5.0 that has caught the attention of experts in the field. The vulnerability, CVE-2024-53591, allows attackers to bypass authentication<\/a> via a brute force attack. This loophole in the program’s security structure not only presents a risk for individual users but also poses a significant threat<\/a> to organizations that rely on this software. The danger is compounded by the fact that it lends itself to the potential compromise of the system<\/a> or data leakage, with potentially disastrous results.<\/p>\n

Vulnerability Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

CVE ID: CVE-2024-53591
\nSeverity: Critical (9.8 CVSS Score)
\nAttack Vector: Network
\nPrivileges Required: None
\nUser Interaction: None
\nImpact: System compromise or data<\/a> leakage<\/p>\n

Affected Products<\/strong><\/p>\n

Product | Affected Versions<\/p>\n

Seclore | v3.27.5.0<\/p>\n

How the Exploit Works<\/strong><\/p>\n

The vulnerability exists due<\/a> to a weakness in the login page of Seclore v3.27.5.0. An attacker can exploit<\/a> this weak spot by using an automated script to repeatedly attempt different combinations of usernames and passwords until the correct pair is found – a method known as a brute force attack. Once the attacker identifies the correct credentials, they can bypass the authentication process, gaining unauthorized access<\/a> to the system.<\/p>\n

Conceptual Example Code<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here’s a conceptual example of how the vulnerability might be exploited:<\/p>\n

POST \/login HTTP\/1.1\nHost: target.example.com\nContent-Type: application\/x-www-form-urlencoded\nusername=admin&password=brute_forced_password<\/code><\/pre>\n
In this example, an attacker uses a script<\/a> to repeatedly POST requests to the \/login endpoint, cycling through a list of commonly used passwords. When the correct password is found, the server responds with a status code indicating successful authentication, granting the attacker access<\/a> to the system.<\/p>\n
Mitigation Guidance<\/strong><\/p>\n
To protect your systems from this vulnerability<\/a>, apply the vendor-provided patch as soon as possible. If, for some reason, immediate patching is not feasible, using a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can serve as temporary mitigation. These tools can help detect and block brute force attacks, limiting the vulnerability’s potential<\/a> damage.
\nRemember, the best defense against vulnerabilities is a proactive approach – stay updated<\/a> on the latest patches and protect your systems with robust security measures.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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