CVE-2018-1000554 in Trovebox
Summary
by MITRE
Trovebox version <= 4.0.0-rc6 contains a Unsafe password reset token generation vulnerability in user component that can result in Password reset. This attack appear to be exploitable via HTTP request. This vulnerability appears to have been fixed in after commit 742b8ed.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/22/2020
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2018-1000554 affects Trovebox versions 4.0.0-rc6 and earlier, specifically targeting the user component's password reset functionality. This represents a critical security flaw that undermines the integrity of the application's authentication system and exposes users to potential unauthorized access. The vulnerability stems from insufficient randomness in the password reset token generation process, creating predictable or guessable tokens that adversaries can exploit to reset user passwords without proper authorization.
The technical implementation flaw manifests in the cryptographic weakness of the password reset token generation algorithm, which fails to meet industry standards for secure random number generation. According to CWE-330, this vulnerability falls under the category of insufficient randomness, where the system uses predictable values instead of cryptographically secure random generators. The attack vector requires only a simple HTTP request to exploit the vulnerability, making it particularly dangerous as it can be executed remotely without requiring special privileges or complex attack infrastructure. The vulnerability's exploitation pathway involves intercepting or predicting reset tokens and using them to gain unauthorized access to user accounts.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond individual account compromise to potentially affect the entire Trovebox ecosystem. Successful exploitation allows attackers to reset any user's password and subsequently gain full access to their accounts, potentially leading to data theft, unauthorized modifications, and service disruption. This vulnerability directly violates the principle of least privilege and undermines the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The attack surface is particularly concerning as it affects the core authentication mechanism, making it a prime target for automated exploitation tools and increasing the risk of large-scale account takeovers.
The fix implemented after commit 742b8ed addresses the root cause by strengthening the password reset token generation process to use cryptographically secure random number generators. Organizations should immediately upgrade to versions following this fix to eliminate the vulnerability. Mitigation strategies include implementing additional security measures such as rate limiting on password reset requests, monitoring for suspicious reset activities, and enforcing multi-factor authentication for critical accounts. The vulnerability also highlights the importance of adhering to NIST guidelines for random number generation and demonstrates how seemingly minor implementation flaws in security-critical components can lead to severe consequences. This case study serves as a reminder of the critical importance of proper cryptographic implementation in authentication systems and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1213 for credential access through password reset mechanisms.