CVE-2016-8750
UnknownEPSS 5.47%
Last modified
CVE-2016-8750 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Apache Karaf prior to 4.0.8 used the LDAPLoginModule to authenticate users to a directory via LDAP. However, it did not encoding usernames properly and hence was vulnerable to LDAP injection attacks leading to a denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 5.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Apache Karaf prior to 4.0.8 used the LDAPLoginModule to authenticate users to a directory via LDAP. However, it did not encoding usernames properly and hence was vulnerable to LDAP injection attacks leading to a denial of service.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Karaf | < 4.0.8 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103098Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:1322Third Party Advisory
- https://karaf.apache.org/security/cve-2016-8750.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103098Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:1322Third Party Advisory
- https://karaf.apache.org/security/cve-2016-8750.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-8750?
Apache Karaf prior to 4.0.8 used the LDAPLoginModule to authenticate users to a directory via LDAP. However, it did not encoding usernames properly and hence was vulnerable to LDAP injection attacks leading to a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2016-8750?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8750 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8750?
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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