Passwordstate dev urges users to patch auth bypass vulnerability

Passwordstate dev urges users to patch auth bypass vulnerability

Click Studios has issued an urgent warning for users of Passwordstate, revealing a high-severity authentication bypass vulnerability that requires immediate patching. The vulnerability allows attackers to access the administrative section through a specially crafted URL, underscoring the importance of updating to the latest version. #Passwordstate #ClickStudios

Keypoints

  • Click Studios urges Passwordstate users to update to version 9.9 Build 9972 immediately.
  • The high-severity flaw enables attacker to bypass authentication via crafted URL on Emergency Access page.
  • A temporary workaround involves setting Allowed IP Addresses under system settings.
  • Four years ago, the company detected a supply chain attack delivering malware to users of Passwordstate.
  • The company emphasizes the importance of timely security updates to prevent exploitation.

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