QID 981185

QID 981185: Java (maven) Security Update for com.github.penggle:kaptcha (GHSA-8q89-pwhh-7wfq)

text/impl/DefaultTextCreator.java, text/impl/ChineseTextProducer.java, and text/impl/FiveLetterFirstNameTextCreator.java in kaptcha 2.3.2 use the Random (rather than SecureRandom) function for generating CAPTCHA values, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via a brute-force approach.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted user.

CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 9.8 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5 severity.

Solution

Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-8q89-pwhh-7wfq for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.

Vendor References

GHSA-8q89-pwhh-7wfq - github.com/advisories/GHSA-8q89-pwhh-7wfq

CVEs related to QID 981185

CVE-2018-18531 |

Software Advisories

Advisory ID	Software	Component	Link
GHSA-8q89-pwhh-7wfq	com.github.penggle:kaptcha		github.com/advisories/GHSA-8q89-pwhh-7wfq

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