CVE-2026-78434: Missing Authentication in Faveo Helpdesk
CVE-2026-78434 is a medium severity vulnerability in Faveo Helpdesk versions 2.0.0 through 2.0.3. It affects the post_ticket_reply function in the FormController component, allowing remote attackers to bypass authentication. The vulnerability has a published exploit, but the vendor has not yet responded or provided a fix.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability in Faveo Helpdesk up to version 2.0.3 involves missing authentication checks in the post_ticket_reply endpoint handled by the FormController::post_ticket_reply function. This flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate the endpoint without proper authentication, potentially enabling unauthorized actions. The issue was reported early to the project, but no remediation or patch has been issued. An exploit is publicly available.
Potential Impact
The missing authentication in the post_ticket_reply endpoint allows remote attackers to perform actions without valid credentials. This could lead to unauthorized ticket replies or other manipulations within the helpdesk system. The CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9 reflects a medium severity impact with no required privileges or user interaction for exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since the vendor has not responded or issued a fix, users should monitor official channels for updates. Until a patch is available, consider restricting access to the affected endpoint or implementing additional access controls as a temporary mitigation.
CVE-2026-78434: Missing Authentication in Faveo Helpdesk
Description
CVE-2026-78434 is a medium severity vulnerability in Faveo Helpdesk versions 2.0.0 through 2.0.3. It affects the post_ticket_reply function in the FormController component, allowing remote attackers to bypass authentication. The vulnerability has a published exploit, but the vendor has not yet responded or provided a fix.
CVSS v4.0
Score 6.9medium
Affected software
pkg:github/faveosuite/faveo-helpdeskcpe:2.3:a:faveo:helpdesk:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*Run on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in Faveo Helpdesk up to version 2.0.3 involves missing authentication checks in the post_ticket_reply endpoint handled by the FormController::post_ticket_reply function. This flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate the endpoint without proper authentication, potentially enabling unauthorized actions. The issue was reported early to the project, but no remediation or patch has been issued. An exploit is publicly available.
Potential Impact
The missing authentication in the post_ticket_reply endpoint allows remote attackers to perform actions without valid credentials. This could lead to unauthorized ticket replies or other manipulations within the helpdesk system. The CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9 reflects a medium severity impact with no required privileges or user interaction for exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since the vendor has not responded or issued a fix, users should monitor official channels for updates. Until a patch is available, consider restricting access to the affected endpoint or implementing additional access controls as a temporary mitigation.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-24T15:45:35.346Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a8cbd2aacd9273b492d3dee
Added to database: 08/24/2026, 21:52:42 UTC
Last enriched: 08/24/2026, 22:07:49 UTC
Last updated: 08/24/2026, 22:14:15 UTC
Views: 4
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