What is the severity of CVE-2008-2139?

CVE-2008-2139 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized privilege escalation.

How do I fix CVE-2008-2139?

To fix CVE-2008-2139, ensure that the rootpw plugin is updated to a secure version that re-validates browser requests.

What software is affected by CVE-2008-2139?

CVE-2008-2139 affects rPath Appliance Platform Agent versions 2 and 3.

What type of attack does CVE-2008-2139 expose systems to?

CVE-2008-2139 exposes systems to physical proximity attacks that can exploit the lack of re-validation in admin requests.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-2139?

Currently, the recommended approach is to implement the latest security updates since no specific workaround is available.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2008-2139

medium

6.5

CWE

264

12/5/2008

7/8/2024

CVE-2008-2139

First published: Mon May 12 2008(Updated: )

The rootpw plugin in rPath Appliance Platform Agent 2 and 3 does not re-validate requests from a browser with a valid administrator session, including requests to change the password, which makes it easier for physically proximate attackers to gain privileges and maintain control over the administrator account.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
rPath Appliance Platform Agent	=3
rPath Appliance Platform Agent	=2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-2139?
CVE-2008-2139 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2139?
To fix CVE-2008-2139, ensure that the rootpw plugin is updated to a secure version that re-validates browser requests.
What software is affected by CVE-2008-2139?
CVE-2008-2139 affects rPath Appliance Platform Agent versions 2 and 3.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-2139 expose systems to?
CVE-2008-2139 exposes systems to physical proximity attacks that can exploit the lack of re-validation in admin requests.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-2139?
Currently, the recommended approach is to implement the latest security updates since no specific workaround is available.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-2139?
CVE-2008-2139 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2139?
To fix CVE-2008-2139, ensure that the rootpw plugin is updated to a secure version that re-validates browser requests.
What software is affected by CVE-2008-2139?
CVE-2008-2139 affects rPath Appliance Platform Agent versions 2 and 3.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-2139 expose systems to?
CVE-2008-2139 exposes systems to physical proximity attacks that can exploit the lack of re-validation in admin requests.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-2139?
Currently, the recommended approach is to implement the latest security updates since no specific workaround is available.