CVE-2023-3069 in corebos
Summary
by MITRE • 06/02/2023
Unverified Password Change in GitHub repository tsolucio/corebos prior to 8.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/26/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-3069 represents a critical authentication flaw within the tsolucio/corebos GitHub repository, specifically affecting versions prior to 8. This issue stems from insufficient verification mechanisms during password change operations, creating a significant security risk for systems utilizing this software. The flaw allows unauthorized individuals to potentially modify user passwords without proper authentication, undermining the fundamental security controls designed to protect user accounts and system integrity.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability resides in the password change functionality where the application fails to properly validate or verify user credentials before executing password modification requests. This weakness creates a path for attackers to manipulate password change processes through manipulated requests or by exploiting existing session tokens. The flaw essentially removes the mandatory authentication checks that should occur during password modification, enabling arbitrary password updates to user accounts. From a cybersecurity perspective, this vulnerability directly maps to CWE-305 Authentication Bypass and falls under the broader category of insufficient authentication mechanisms.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple credential compromise, as it can lead to complete account takeover scenarios and potential lateral movement within affected systems. Attackers exploiting this weakness can gain persistent access to user accounts, potentially escalating privileges and accessing sensitive data or system resources. The vulnerability affects any organization using the tsolucio/corebos software before version 8, making it particularly concerning for enterprises that have not yet upgraded their systems. The risk is amplified when considering that password change functions are typically critical components of security infrastructure, and their compromise can lead to cascading security failures throughout the organization.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2023-3069 require immediate implementation of software updates to version 8 or later of the tsolucio/corebos repository, which includes the necessary authentication verification patches. Organizations should also implement additional security controls such as monitoring for unusual password change activities, enforcing multi-factor authentication for administrative accounts, and conducting regular security assessments of third-party software components. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of proper input validation and authentication mechanisms as outlined in the OWASP Top Ten and aligns with ATT&CK techniques related to credential access and privilege escalation. Security teams should also consider implementing network segmentation and access controls to limit the potential impact of such vulnerabilities and establish robust incident response procedures to detect and respond to unauthorized password changes.