CVE-2026-45013
published 2026-06-12CVE-2026-45013: ApostropheCMS is an open-source Node.js content management system. Versions up to and including 4.29.0 have a password reset flow that constructs the reset URL…
PriorityP348high8.1CVSS 3.1
AVNACLPRNUIRSUCHIHAN
EPSS
0.25%
16.2th percentile
ApostropheCMS is an open-source Node.js content management system. Versions up to and including 4.29.0 have a password reset flow that constructs the reset URL using `req.hostname`, which is derived directly from the attacker-controlled HTTP `Host` header when `apos.baseUrl` is not explicitly configured. An unauthenticated attacker who knows a victim's email address can send a crafted reset request that causes the application to email the victim a reset link pointing to the attacker's domain. When the victim clicks the link, the valid reset token is delivered to the attacker, enabling full account takeover. As of time of publication, no known patched versions are available.
Affected
1 ranges
| Vendor | Product | Version range | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|---|
| apostrophecms | apostrophe | <= 4.29.0 | — |
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VulDB
apostrophecms apostrophe up to 4.29.0 Reset password recovery (GHSA-gf43-24g3-5hw2 / EUVD-2026-36571)
vuldb·2026-06-13·CVSS 8.1
CVE-2026-45013 [HIGH] apostrophecms apostrophe up to 4.29.0 Reset password recovery (GHSA-gf43-24g3-5hw2 / EUVD-2026-36571)
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in apostrophecms apostrophe up to 4.29.0. Impacted is an unknown function of the component Reset Handler. Executing a manipulation can lead to weak password recovery.
The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2026-45013. The attack may be launched remotely. There is no exploit available.
GHSA
Apostrophe has a Weak Password Recovery Mechanism for Forgotten Password and Improper Input Validation
ghsa·2026-05-14
CVE-2026-45013 [HIGH] CWE-20 Apostrophe has a Weak Password Recovery Mechanism for Forgotten Password and Improper Input Validation
Apostrophe has a Weak Password Recovery Mechanism for Forgotten Password and Improper Input Validation
## Summary
ApostropheCMS's password reset flow constructs the reset URL using `req.hostname`,
which is derived directly from the attacker-controlled HTTP `Host` header when
`apos.baseUrl` is not explicitly configured. An unauthenticated attacker who knows
a victim's email address can send a crafted reset request that causes the application
to email the victim a reset link pointing to the attacker's domain. When the victim
clicks the link, the valid reset token is delivered to the attacker, enabling full
account takeover.
## Affected Component
`modules/@apostrophecms/login/index.js` — `resetRequest` route
Precondition: `passwordReset: true` is set **and** `apos.baseUrl` is not configur
No detection rules found.
No public exploits indexed.
No writeups or analysis indexed.
2026-06-12
Published