Apache Fineract Weak Password Requirements Vulnerability

UNKNOWN No Patch (4 days)

Threat Intelligence

Low Risk
EPSS Score: 0.04% chance of exploitation (percentile: 11%)
🔍 Detection Tools: None available in major open-source tools
⚔️ Exploit Availability: No public exploits found

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What is it?

Apache Fineract is an open-source, Java-based financial services software. This vulnerability affects the weak password requirements in Apache Fineract, allowing attackers to bypass authentication and gain unauthorized access to sensitive data.

Am I affected?

Apache Fineract versions 1.0.0 through 1.10.1 are affected. Check with: find / -name "fineract-*.jar" 2>/dev/null

Note: This is a specific vulnerability in Apache Fineract, not to be confused with other software or vulnerabilities.

Affected Products

Apache Software Foundation / Fineract

How to fix

Upgrade to version 1.11.0 or later from the official Apache Software Foundation repository.
- Alternatively, apply immediate mitigations:
- Restrict network access to your Fineract instance (firewall it from the public internet).
- Audit admin account activity for suspicious access patterns.
- Monitor for unauthorized token creation.