LOW
CVE-2021-31403
CWE-208Published: April 23, 2021· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
2.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Non-constant-time comparison of CSRF tokens in UIDL request handler in com.vaadin:vaadin-server versions 7.0.0 through 7.7.23 (Vaadin 7.0.0 through 7.7.23), and 8.0.0 through 8.12.2 (Vaadin 8.0.0 through 8.12.2) allows attacker to guess a security token via timing attack
Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-31403 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityHigh
Privileges Req.Low
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
vaadin1 product(s)
vaadin
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (6)
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https://github.com/vaadin/framework/pull/12188Patch · Third Party Advisory
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https://github.com/vaadin/framework/pull/12190Patch · Third Party Advisory
→
https://vaadin.com/security/cve-2021-31403Vendor Advisory
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https://github.com/vaadin/framework/pull/12188Patch · Third Party Advisory
→
https://github.com/vaadin/framework/pull/12190Patch · Third Party Advisory
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https://vaadin.com/security/cve-2021-31403Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2021-31403
CVSS Score2.5 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessCWE-208
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedApr 23, 2021
Related CVEs (CWE-208)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2021-31403 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.