Strix
26.1K

CVE-2008-1393

UnknownEPSS 2.88%

Last modified

CVE-2008-1393 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Plone CMS 3.0.5, and probably other 3.x versions, places a base64 encoded form of the username and password in the __ac cookie for the admin account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain administrative privileges by sniffing the network.. EPSS estimates a 2.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Plone CMS 3.0.5, and probably other 3.x versions, places a base64 encoded form of the username and password in the __ac cookie for the admin account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain administrative privileges by sniffing the network.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.88%

85.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
PlonePlone Cms<= 3
PlonePlone Cms<= 3.0.5

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-1393?
Plone CMS 3.0.5, and probably other 3.x versions, places a base64 encoded form of the username and password in the __ac cookie for the admin account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain administrative privileges by sniffing the network.
How severe is CVE-2008-1393?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1393 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1393?
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.

Are you affected by CVE-2008-1393?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST