CVE-2019-5885

moderate-risk
Published 2019-03-21

Matrix Synapse before 0.34.0.1, when the macaroon_secret_key authentication parameter is not set, uses a predictable value to derive a secret key and other secrets which could allow remote attackers to impersonate users.

Do I need to act?

-
0.78% chance of exploitation
EPSS score — low exploit probability
-
Not on CISA KEV list
No confirmed active exploitation reported to CISA
?
Patch status unknown
Check vendor advisories for fix availability and mitigation guidance
7
CVSS 7.5/10 High
NETWORK / LOW complexity

Affected Products (3)

Affected Vendors

38
/ 100
moderate-risk
Severity 26/34 · High
Exploitability 3/34 · Minimal
Exposure 9/34 · Low