CVE-2009-5100: Infoleak
Pentaho BI Server 1.7.0.1062 and earlier does not set the autocomplete tag to off on web pages using a password field, which might allow physically proximate attackers to obtain the password.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-5100?
CVE-2009-5100 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive passwords.
How does CVE-2009-5100 affect users?
CVE-2009-5100 allows physically proximate attackers to capture passwords entered in a web password field.
How do I fix CVE-2009-5100?
To fix CVE-2009-5100, upgrade to a Pentaho BI Server version later than 1.7.0.1062 or ensure the autocomplete attribute is set to 'off' in password fields.
What versions of Pentaho BI Server are affected by CVE-2009-5100?
CVE-2009-5100 affects Pentaho BI Server versions 1.7.0.1062 and earlier, including 1.2.0 and 1.6.0.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2009-5100?
A potential workaround for CVE-2009-5100 is to manually modify web pages to include the 'autocomplete="off"' attribute in password fields.