CVE-2019-6242
UnknownEPSS 1.22%
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CVE-2019-6242 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Kentico v10.0.42 allows Global Administrators to read the cleartext SMTP Password by navigating to the SMTP configuration page. NOTE: the vendor considers this a best-practice violation but not a vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Kentico v10.0.42 allows Global Administrators to read the cleartext SMTP Password by navigating to the SMTP configuration page. NOTE: the vendor considers this a best-practice violation but not a vulnerability. The vendor plans to fix it at a future time
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kentico | Xperience | 10.0.42 |
References
- https://gist.github.com/boatpavaris/cff51e52a96fdde8215f71a3315703c2Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://gist.github.com/boatpavaris/cff51e52a96fdde8215f71a3315703c2Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-6242?
Kentico v10.0.42 allows Global Administrators to read the cleartext SMTP Password by navigating to the SMTP configuration page. NOTE: the vendor considers this a best-practice violation but not a vulnerability. The vendor plans to fix it at a future time
How severe is CVE-2019-6242?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-6242 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-6242?
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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