CVE-2025-5409 Details
Description
A vulnerability was found in Mist Community Edition up to 4.7.1. It has been classified as critical. This affects the function create_token of the file src/mist/api/auth/views.py of the component API Token Handler. The manipulation leads to improper access controls. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. Upgrading to version 4.7.2 is able to address this issue. The identifier of the patch is db10ecb62ac832c1ed4924556d167efb9bc07fad. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.
A critical vulnerability exists in Mist Community Edition (CE) versions through 4.7.1, allowing unauthenticated attackers to generate valid API tokens for any user, including administrators. This flaw, rooted in improper access controls within the token creation process, enables full account takeover by bypassing authentication requirements. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without user interaction.
Users are advised to upgrade to Mist Community Edition version 4.7.2, which addresses this vulnerability.
Metrics
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Jun 2, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/mistio/mist.api/commit/db10ecb62ac832c1ed4924556d167efb9bc07fad | [email protected] | Patch |
| https://github.com/mistio/mist-ce/releases/tag/v4.7.2 | [email protected] | Release Notes |
| https://github.com/Stolichnayer/mist-ce-account-takeover | [email protected] | ExploitThird Party Advisory |
| https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.310749 | [email protected] | Permissions RequiredVDB Entry |
| https://vuldb.com/?id.310749 | [email protected] | Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry |
| https://vuldb.com/?submit.583531 | [email protected] | Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-266 | Incorrect Privilege Assignment | [email protected] |
| CWE-284 | Improper Access Control | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| mist mist | < 4.7.2 |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Nov 25, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Jun 1, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |