CVE-2011-1509

Name: CVE-2011-1509
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2011-09-20T10:55:02.343+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.79%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2011-1509 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The encryptPassword function in Login.js in ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) 8012 and earlier uses a Caesar cipher for encryption of passwords in cookies, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.. EPSS estimates a 0.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The encryptPassword function in Login.js in ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) 8012 and earlier uses a Caesar cipher for encryption of passwords in cookies, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.79%

51.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-310

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Manageengine	Servicedesk Plus	<= 8012
Manageengine	Servicedesk Plus	8.0

References

Timeline

Published: Sep 20, 2011
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-1509?

How severe is CVE-2011-1509?

Severity scoring for CVE-2011-1509 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2011-1509?

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Source: NVD / NIST