Vulnerability identifier: #VU26316
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
caldera
Server applications /
Frameworks for developing and running applications
Vendor: The MITRE Corporation and MIT KIT
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in a forged "localhost" string in the HTTP Host header. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
caldera: 2.0.0 - 2.6.4
External links
http://github.com/mitre/caldera/compare/2.6.4...2.6.5
http://github.com/mitre/caldera/issues/1405
http://github.com/mitre/caldera/pull/1407
http://github.com/mitre/caldera/releases/tag/2.6.5
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.