CWE-287
DiscouragedImproper Authentication
Abstraction: Class · Status: Draft
When an actor claims to have a given identity, the product does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct.
5966 vulnerabilities reference this CWE, most recent first.
GHSA-CPX5-433M-C69M
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2022-05-24 17:04 – Updated: 2024-04-04 02:44This issue was addressed by improving Face ID machine learning models. This issue is fixed in iOS 13. A 3D model constructed to look like the enrolled user may authenticate via Face ID.
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"nvd_published_at": "2019-12-18T18:15:00Z",
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"details": "This issue was addressed by improving Face ID machine learning models. This issue is fixed in iOS 13. A 3D model constructed to look like the enrolled user may authenticate via Face ID.",
"id": "GHSA-cpx5-433m-c69m",
"modified": "2024-04-04T02:44:19Z",
"published": "2022-05-24T17:04:33Z",
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"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-8760"
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"url": "https://support.apple.com/HT210606"
}
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"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
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]
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GHSA-CQ34-Q55H-G2X8
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2022-05-01 18:36 – Updated: 2025-04-09 03:47The Vonage Motorola Phone Adapter VT 2142-VD does not properly verify that a SIP INVITE message originated from a legitimate server, which allows remote attackers to send spoofed INVITE messages, as demonstrated by a flood of messages triggering a denial of service, and by phone calls with malicious content.
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"details": "The Vonage Motorola Phone Adapter VT 2142-VD does not properly verify that a SIP INVITE message originated from a legitimate server, which allows remote attackers to send spoofed INVITE messages, as demonstrated by a flood of messages triggering a denial of service, and by phone calls with malicious content.",
"id": "GHSA-cq34-q55h-g2x8",
"modified": "2025-04-09T03:47:59Z",
"published": "2022-05-01T18:36:44Z",
"references": [
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"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2007-5791"
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{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/37416"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/37420"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://osvdb.org/38524"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://osvdb.org/38525"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://secunia.com/advisories/27380"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26129"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://www.sipera.com/index.php?action=resources%2Cthreat_advisory\u0026tid=357"
},
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://www.sipera.com/index.php?action=resources%2Cthreat_advisory\u0026tid=360"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://www.sipera.com/index.php?action=resources,threat_advisory\u0026tid=357"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://www.sipera.com/index.php?action=resources,threat_advisory\u0026tid=360"
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GHSA-CQ3F-8V4V-HW4W
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2022-04-29 01:28 – Updated: 2022-04-29 01:28TikiWiki 1.6.1 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication by entering a valid username with an arbitrary password, possibly related to the Internet Explorer "Remember Me" feature. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
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"details": "TikiWiki 1.6.1 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication by entering a valid username with an arbitrary password, possibly related to the Internet Explorer \"Remember Me\" feature. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.",
"id": "GHSA-cq3f-8v4v-hw4w",
"modified": "2022-04-29T01:28:18Z",
"published": "2022-04-29T01:28:18Z",
"references": [
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"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2003-1574"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/40347"
},
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://sourceforge.net/tracker/index.php?func=detail\u0026aid=748739\u0026group_id=64258\u0026atid=506846"
},
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14170"
}
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"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": []
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GHSA-CQ4X-JVJG-RQ7M
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2022-05-17 03:39 – Updated: 2022-05-17 03:39A vulnerability in the web-based graphical user interface (GUI) of Cisco Prime Home could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass authentication. The attacker could be granted full administrator privileges. Cisco Prime Home versions 5.1.1.6 and earlier and 5.2.2.2 and earlier have been confirmed to be vulnerable. Cisco Prime Home versions 6.0 and later are not vulnerable. More Information: CSCvb71732. Known Affected Releases: 5.0 5.0(1) 5.0(1.1) 5.0(1.2) 5.0(2) 5.15.1(0) 5.1(1) 5.1(1.3) 5.1(1.4) 5.1(1.5) 5.1(1.6) 5.1(2) 5.1(2.1) 5.1(2.3) 5.25.2(0.1) 5.2(1.0) 5.2(1.2) 5.2(2.0) 5.2(2.1) 5.2(2.2).
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"details": "A vulnerability in the web-based graphical user interface (GUI) of Cisco Prime Home could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass authentication. The attacker could be granted full administrator privileges. Cisco Prime Home versions 5.1.1.6 and earlier and 5.2.2.2 and earlier have been confirmed to be vulnerable. Cisco Prime Home versions 6.0 and later are not vulnerable. More Information: CSCvb71732. Known Affected Releases: 5.0 5.0(1) 5.0(1.1) 5.0(1.2) 5.0(2) 5.15.1(0) 5.1(1) 5.1(1.3) 5.1(1.4) 5.1(1.5) 5.1(1.6) 5.1(2) 5.1(2.1) 5.1(2.3) 5.25.2(0.1) 5.2(1.0) 5.2(1.2) 5.2(2.0) 5.2(2.1) 5.2(2.2).",
"id": "GHSA-cq4x-jvjg-rq7m",
"modified": "2022-05-17T03:39:25Z",
"published": "2022-05-17T03:39:25Z",
"references": [
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"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-6452"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20161102-cph"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94070"
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"score": "CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
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GHSA-CQ67-HWQ5-57HC
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2022-05-24 17:34 – Updated: 2022-05-24 17:34An authentication bypass in the debug interface in Mercedes-Benz HERMES 1 allows an attacker with physical access to device hardware to obtain system information.
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"details": "An authentication bypass in the debug interface in Mercedes-Benz HERMES 1 allows an attacker with physical access to device hardware to obtain system information.",
"id": "GHSA-cq67-hwq5-57hc",
"modified": "2022-05-24T17:34:14Z",
"published": "2022-05-24T17:34:14Z",
"references": [
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"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-19556"
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{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://media.daimler.com/marsMediaSite/en/instance/ko/Mercedes-Benz-and-360-Group-to-join-forces-Mercedes-Benz-and-360-Group-with-its-Cyber-Security-Brain-work-together-to-strengthen-car-IT-security-for-industry.xhtml?oid=45208829"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://skygo.360.cn/archive/Security-Research-Report-on-Mercedes-Benz-Cars-en.pdf"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": []
}
GHSA-CQ78-FWR5-C2H7
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2025-08-21 18:31 – Updated: 2025-08-21 21:32An authentication bypass vulnerability in PandoraNext-TokensTool v0.6.8 and before. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to access API without any token.
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"CVE-2024-50641"
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"nvd_published_at": "2025-08-21T18:15:33Z",
"severity": "HIGH"
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"details": "An authentication bypass vulnerability in PandoraNext-TokensTool v0.6.8 and before. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to access API without any token.",
"id": "GHSA-cq78-fwr5-c2h7",
"modified": "2025-08-21T21:32:05Z",
"published": "2025-08-21T18:31:29Z",
"references": [
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"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-50641"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://github.com/RacerZ-fighting/CVE-vulns/blob/main/PandoraNext-TokensTool-Vuln.md"
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"severity": [
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"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
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]
}
GHSA-CQ9C-55R7-455X
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2019-01-07 19:14 – Updated: 2022-09-14 22:34In Apache Karaf version prior to 3.0.9, 4.0.9, 4.1.1, when the webconsole feature is installed in Karaf, it is available at .../system/console and requires authentication to access it. One part of the console is a Gogo shell/console that gives access to the command line console of Karaf via a Web browser, and when navigated to it is available at .../system/console/gogo. Trying to go directly to that URL does require authentication. And optional bundle that some applications use is the Pax Web Extender Whiteboard, it is part of the pax-war feature and perhaps others. When it is installed, the Gogo console becomes available at another URL .../gogo/, and that URL is not secured giving access to the Karaf console to unauthenticated users. A mitigation for the issue is to manually stop/uninstall Gogo plugin bundle that is installed with the webconsole feature, although of course this removes the console from the .../system/console application, not only from the unauthenticated endpoint. One could also stop/uninstall the Pax Web Extender Whiteboard, but other components/applications may require it and so their functionality would be reduced/compromised.
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"4.1.0"
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"aliases": [
"CVE-2018-11787"
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"CWE-287"
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"github_reviewed_at": "2020-06-16T21:32:22Z",
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"severity": "HIGH"
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"details": "In Apache Karaf version prior to 3.0.9, 4.0.9, 4.1.1, when the webconsole feature is installed in Karaf, it is available at .../system/console and requires authentication to access it. One part of the console is a Gogo shell/console that gives access to the command line console of Karaf via a Web browser, and when navigated to it is available at .../system/console/gogo. Trying to go directly to that URL does require authentication. And optional bundle that some applications use is the Pax Web Extender Whiteboard, it is part of the pax-war feature and perhaps others. When it is installed, the Gogo console becomes available at another URL .../gogo/, and that URL is not secured giving access to the Karaf console to unauthenticated users. A mitigation for the issue is to manually stop/uninstall Gogo plugin bundle that is installed with the webconsole feature, although of course this removes the console from the .../system/console application, not only from the unauthenticated endpoint. One could also stop/uninstall the Pax Web Extender Whiteboard, but other components/applications may require it and so their functionality would be reduced/compromised.",
"id": "GHSA-cq9c-55r7-455x",
"modified": "2022-09-14T22:34:31Z",
"published": "2019-01-07T19:14:51Z",
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"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2018-11787"
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"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-cq9c-55r7-455x"
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"url": "https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/KARAF-4993"
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"url": "https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/d9ba4c3104ba32225646879a057b75b54430f349c246c85469037d3c@%3Cdev.karaf.apache.org%3E"
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"url": "http://karaf.apache.org/security/cve-2018-11787.txt"
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"score": "CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
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"summary": "Improper Authentication in Apache Karaf"
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GHSA-CQFF-FX2X-P86V
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2021-03-08 15:50 – Updated: 2024-09-13 15:07Impact
A maliciously crafted claim may be incorrectly authenticated by the bot. Impacts bots that are not configured to be used as a Skill. This vulnerability requires an attacker to have internal knowledge of the bot.
Patches
The problem has been patched in all affected versions. Please see the list of patched versions for the most appropiate one for your individual case.
Workarounds
Users who do not wish or are not able to upgrade can add an authentication configuration containing ClaimsValidator, which throws an exception if Claims are Skill Claims.
For detailed instructions, see the link in the References section.
For more information
If you have any questions or comments about this advisory: * Open an issue in Microsoft Bot Builder SDK * Email us at bf-reports@microsoft.com
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"severity": "HIGH"
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"details": "### Impact\nA maliciously crafted claim may be incorrectly authenticated by the bot. Impacts bots that are not configured to be used as a Skill. This vulnerability requires an attacker to have internal knowledge of the bot.\n\n### Patches\nThe problem has been patched in all affected versions. Please see the list of patched versions for the most appropiate one for your individual case.\n\n### Workarounds\nUsers who do not wish or are not able to upgrade can add an authentication configuration containing ClaimsValidator, which throws an exception if Claims are Skill Claims. \n\nFor detailed instructions, see the link in the References section.\n\n### For more information\nIf you have any questions or comments about this advisory:\n* Open an issue in [Microsoft Bot Builder SDK](https://github.com/microsoft/botframework-sdk)\n* Email us at [bf-reports@microsoft.com](mailto:bf-reports@microsoft.com)",
"id": "GHSA-cqff-fx2x-p86v",
"modified": "2024-09-13T15:07:22Z",
"published": "2021-03-08T15:50:10Z",
"references": [
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://github.com/microsoft/botbuilder-python/security/advisories/GHSA-cqff-fx2x-p86v"
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"url": "https://github.com/microsoft/botbuilder-python/blob/main/doc/SkillClaimsValidation.md"
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"url": "https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/botframework-connector/PYSEC-2021-422.yaml"
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"url": "https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-1725"
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"url": "https://pypi.org/project/botframework-connector"
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"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
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"score": "CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N",
"type": "CVSS_V4"
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"summary": "botframework-connector vulnerable to Improper Authentication"
}
GHSA-CQG4-RF29-3MV6
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2022-05-04 00:28 – Updated: 2024-11-18 21:06model/modelstorage.py in the Tryton application framework (trytond) before 2.4.0 for Python does not properly restrict access to the Many2Many field in the relation model, which allows remote authenticated users to modify the privileges of arbitrary users via a (1) create, (2) write, (3) delete, or (4) copy rpc call.
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"github_reviewed": true,
"github_reviewed_at": "2024-01-12T16:12:44Z",
"nvd_published_at": "2012-07-12T20:55:00Z",
"severity": "HIGH"
},
"details": "`model/modelstorage.py` in the Tryton application framework (trytond) before 2.4.0 for Python does not properly restrict access to the Many2Many field in the relation model, which allows remote authenticated users to modify the privileges of arbitrary users via a (1) create, (2) write, (3) delete, or (4) copy rpc call.",
"id": "GHSA-cqg4-rf29-3mv6",
"modified": "2024-11-18T21:06:11Z",
"published": "2022-05-04T00:28:50Z",
"references": [
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"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2012-0215"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://github.com/tryton/trytond/commit/d059ebb792401ded3129cd9402d7392dc34b81e3"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://bugs.tryton.org/issue2476"
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"url": "https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/trytond/PYSEC-2012-6.yaml"
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"url": "https://github.com/tryton/trytond"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://web.archive.org/web/20121113201043/http://news.tryton.org/2012/03/security-releases-for-all-supported.html"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://hg.tryton.org/trytond/rev/8e64d52ecea4"
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://news.tryton.org/2012/03/security-releases-for-all-supported.html"
},
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"type": "WEB",
"url": "http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2444"
}
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"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
},
{
"score": "CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N",
"type": "CVSS_V4"
}
],
"summary": "Trytond allows modification of privileges of arbitrary users"
}
GHSA-CQQ6-V7J5-VR3P
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2023-03-31 09:30 – Updated: 2023-04-06 18:30Panasonic AiSEG2 versions 2.00J through 2.93A allows adjacent attackers bypass authentication due to mishandling of X-Forwarded-For headers.
{
"affected": [],
"aliases": [
"CVE-2023-28727"
],
"database_specific": {
"cwe_ids": [
"CWE-287",
"CWE-305"
],
"github_reviewed": false,
"github_reviewed_at": null,
"nvd_published_at": "2023-03-31T07:15:00Z",
"severity": "HIGH"
},
"details": "Panasonic AiSEG2 versions 2.00J through 2.93A allows adjacent attackers bypass authentication due to mishandling of X-Forwarded-For headers.",
"id": "GHSA-cqq6-v7j5-vr3p",
"modified": "2023-04-06T18:30:15Z",
"published": "2023-03-31T09:30:19Z",
"references": [
{
"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-28727"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://www2.panasonic.biz/jp/densetsu/aiseg/firmup_info.html"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
}
]
}
Mitigation
Strategy: Libraries or Frameworks
Use an authentication framework or library such as the OWASP ESAPI Authentication feature.
CAPEC-114: Authentication Abuse
An attacker obtains unauthorized access to an application, service or device either through knowledge of the inherent weaknesses of an authentication mechanism, or by exploiting a flaw in the authentication scheme's implementation. In such an attack an authentication mechanism is functioning but a carefully controlled sequence of events causes the mechanism to grant access to the attacker.
CAPEC-115: Authentication Bypass
An attacker gains access to application, service, or device with the privileges of an authorized or privileged user by evading or circumventing an authentication mechanism. The attacker is therefore able to access protected data without authentication ever having taken place.
CAPEC-151: Identity Spoofing
Identity Spoofing refers to the action of assuming (i.e., taking on) the identity of some other entity (human or non-human) and then using that identity to accomplish a goal. An adversary may craft messages that appear to come from a different principle or use stolen / spoofed authentication credentials.
CAPEC-194: Fake the Source of Data
An adversary takes advantage of improper authentication to provide data or services under a falsified identity. The purpose of using the falsified identity may be to prevent traceability of the provided data or to assume the rights granted to another individual. One of the simplest forms of this attack would be the creation of an email message with a modified "From" field in order to appear that the message was sent from someone other than the actual sender. The root of the attack (in this case the email system) fails to properly authenticate the source and this results in the reader incorrectly performing the instructed action. Results of the attack vary depending on the details of the attack, but common results include privilege escalation, obfuscation of other attacks, and data corruption/manipulation.
CAPEC-22: Exploiting Trust in Client
An attack of this type exploits vulnerabilities in client/server communication channel authentication and data integrity. It leverages the implicit trust a server places in the client, or more importantly, that which the server believes is the client. An attacker executes this type of attack by communicating directly with the server where the server believes it is communicating only with a valid client. There are numerous variations of this type of attack.
CAPEC-57: Utilizing REST's Trust in the System Resource to Obtain Sensitive Data
This attack utilizes a REST(REpresentational State Transfer)-style applications' trust in the system resources and environment to obtain sensitive data once SSL is terminated.
CAPEC-593: Session Hijacking
This type of attack involves an adversary that exploits weaknesses in an application's use of sessions in performing authentication. The adversary is able to steal or manipulate an active session and use it to gain unathorized access to the application.
CAPEC-633: Token Impersonation
An adversary exploits a weakness in authentication to create an access token (or equivalent) that impersonates a different entity, and then associates a process/thread to that that impersonated token. This action causes a downstream user to make a decision or take action that is based on the assumed identity, and not the response that blocks the adversary.
CAPEC-650: Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server
By exploiting insufficient permissions, it is possible to upload a web shell to a web server in such a way that it can be executed remotely. This shell can have various capabilities, thereby acting as a "gateway" to the underlying web server. The shell might execute at the higher permission level of the web server, providing the ability the execute malicious code at elevated levels.
CAPEC-94: Adversary in the Middle (AiTM)
An adversary targets the communication between two components (typically client and server), in order to alter or obtain data from transactions. A general approach entails the adversary placing themself within the communication channel between the two components.