CVE-2013-4962
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CVE-2013-4962 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The reset password page in Puppet Enterprise before 3.0.1 does not force entry of the current password, which allows attackers to modify user passwords by leveraging session hijacking, an unattended workstation, or other vectors.. EPSS estimates a 1.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The reset password page in Puppet Enterprise before 3.0.1 does not force entry of the current password, which allows attackers to modify user passwords by leveraging session hijacking, an unattended workstation, or other vectors.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Puppet | Puppet Enterprise | <= 3.0.0 |
| Puppet | Puppet Enterprise | 2.5.1 |
| Puppet | Puppet Enterprise | 2.5.2 |
| Puppet | Puppet Enterprise | 2.8.0 |
| Puppet | Puppet Enterprise | 2.8.1 |
| Puppet | Puppet Enterprise | 2.8.2 |
| Puppet | Puppet Enterprise | 2.8.3 |
References
- http://puppetlabs.com/security/cve/cve-2013-4962/Vendor Advisory
- http://puppetlabs.com/security/cve/cve-2013-4962/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-4962?
The reset password page in Puppet Enterprise before 3.0.1 does not force entry of the current password, which allows attackers to modify user passwords by leveraging session hijacking, an unattended workstation, or other vectors.
How severe is CVE-2013-4962?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-4962 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4962?
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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