7.5
CWE
287
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2007-5797

First published: Sat Nov 03 2007(Updated: )

SQLLoginModule in Apache Geronimo 2.0 through 2.1 does not throw an exception for a nonexistent username, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a login attempt with any username not contained in the database.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Red Hat Geronimo=2.0
Red Hat Geronimo=2.1
Red Hat Geronimo=2.0.1
Red Hat Geronimo=2.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2007-5797?

    CVE-2007-5797 has a medium severity rating due to its ability to bypass authentication.

  • How do I fix CVE-2007-5797?

    To fix CVE-2007-5797, upgrade Apache Geronimo to a patched version that handles nonexistent usernames properly.

  • What versions of Apache Geronimo are affected by CVE-2007-5797?

    CVE-2007-5797 affects Apache Geronimo versions 2.0, 2.0.1, 2.0.2, and 2.1.

  • What impact does CVE-2007-5797 have on security?

    CVE-2007-5797 allows attackers to bypass authentication by using any username not found in the database.

  • Is CVE-2007-5797 a minor issue?

    No, CVE-2007-5797 is not a minor issue, as it poses a risk of unauthorized access to systems using affected versions of Apache Geronimo.

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