CVE-2002-1479
UnknownEPSS 0.47%
Last modified
CVE-2002-1479 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cacti before 0.6.8 stores a MySQL username and password in plaintext in config.php, which has world-readable permissions, which allows local users to modify databases as the Cacti user and possibly gain privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cacti before 0.6.8 stores a MySQL username and password in plaintext in config.php, which has world-readable permissions, which allows local users to modify databases as the Cacti user and possibly gain privileges.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| The Cacti Group | Cacti | 0.5 |
| The Cacti Group | Cacti | 0.6 |
| The Cacti Group | Cacti | 0.6.1 |
| The Cacti Group | Cacti | 0.6.2 |
| The Cacti Group | Cacti | 0.6.3 |
| The Cacti Group | Cacti | 0.6.4 |
| The Cacti Group | Cacti | 0.6.5 |
| The Cacti Group | Cacti | 0.6.6 |
| The Cacti Group | Cacti | 0.6.7 |
| The Cacti Group | Cacti | 0.6.8 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-09/0028.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10049.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5628Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-09/0028.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10049.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5628Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-1479?
Cacti before 0.6.8 stores a MySQL username and password in plaintext in config.php, which has world-readable permissions, which allows local users to modify databases as the Cacti user and possibly gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2002-1479?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1479 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1479?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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