How severe is CVE-2021-25957?

CVE-2021-25957 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2021-25957 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2021-25957?

CVE-2021-25957 affects Dolibarr. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2021-25957?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2021-25957 published?

CVE-2021-25957 was published on 2021-08-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2021-25957

CVE-2021-25957 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dolibarr with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-640.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
CVSS v2: 6.5
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (60th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-640
Affected product: Dolibarr
Published: 2021-08-17
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

In “Dolibarr” application, v2.8.1 to v13.0.2 are vulnerable to account takeover via password reset functionality. A low privileged attacker can reset the password of any user in the application using the password reset link the user received through email when requested for a forgotten password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-25957?: In “Dolibarr” application, v2.8.1 to v13.0.2 are vulnerable to account takeover via password reset functionality. A low privileged attacker can reset the password of any user in the application using the password reset link the user received through email when requested for a forgotten password.
How severe is CVE-2021-25957?: CVE-2021-25957 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2021-25957 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-25957?: CVE-2021-25957 affects Dolibarr. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-25957?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2021-25957 published?: CVE-2021-25957 was published on 2021-08-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:dolibarr:dolibarr:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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