Pimcore before 6.2.2 allow attackers to brute-force (guess) valid usernames by using the forgot password functionality as it returns distinct messages for invalid password and non-existing users.
The product does not implement sufficient measures to prevent multiple failed authentication attempts within a short time frame.
| Name | Vendor | Start Version | End Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pimcore | Pimcore | * | 6.2.2 (excluding) |
Common protection mechanisms include:
Use a vetted library or framework that does not allow this weakness to occur or provides constructs that make this weakness easier to avoid [REF-1482].
Consider using libraries with authentication capabilities such as OpenSSL or the ESAPI Authenticator. [REF-45]