CVE-2010-2940
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CVE-2010-2940 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The auth_send function in providers/ldap/ldap_auth.c in System Security Services Daemon (SSSD) 1.3.0, when LDAP authentication and anonymous bind are enabled, allows remote attackers to bypass the authentication requirements of pam_authenticate via an empty password.. EPSS estimates a 2.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The auth_send function in providers/ldap/ldap_auth.c in System Security Services Daemon (SSSD) 1.3.0, when LDAP authentication and anonymous bind are enabled, allows remote attackers to bypass the authentication requirements of pam_authenticate via an empty password.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fedoraproject | Sssd | 1.3.0 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41159Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41159Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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