CVE-2018-5231: The ForgotLoginDetails resource in Atlassian Jira before version 7.6.6, from version 7.7.0 before version 7...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2018-5231 is a denial-of-service issue in Atlassian Jira's ForgotLoginDetails resource. Remote attackers could send requests that disrupt availability. The source bundle does not provide CVSS scoring, exploit maturity, or operational detail, so urgency depends on whether affected Jira versions remain reachable. Exposure is limited to Jira deployments in the listed vulnerable version ranges where remote users can reach the ForgotLoginDetails resource. Internet-facing Jira instances would carry higher business impact if disruption affects ticketing, support, or development workflows. Treat this as a continuity risk for Jira-dependent operations. Prioritize remediation for exposed or business-critical Jira systems, while noting that public evidence here does not establish active exploitation or severity scoring. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Jira to a fixed version listed after the affected ranges.; Check Atlassian advisory JRASERVER-67290 for vendor-specific remediation guidance.; Restrict remote access to Jira where business requirements allow..

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Jun 7, 2026, 13:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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