Improper Authentication in Lin-CMS-Flask v0.1.1 allows remote attackers to launch brute force login attempts without restriction via the login function in the component app/api/cms/user.py.
The product does not implement sufficient measures to prevent multiple failed authentication attempts within a short time frame, making it more susceptible to brute force attacks.
| Name | Vendor | Start Version | End Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lin-cms-flask | Talelin | 0.1.1 (including) | 0.1.1 (including) |
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.
Consider using libraries with authentication capabilities such as OpenSSL or the ESAPI Authenticator. [REF-45]