CVE-2010-5148: Medium severity Websense Websense Web Security vulnerability

Published Aug 23, 2012
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Updated

Websense Web Security and Web Filter before 7.1 Hotfix 21 do not set the secure flag for the Encrypted Session (SSL) cookie in an https session, which makes it easier for remote attackers to capture this cookie by intercepting its transmission within an http session.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Websense Websense Web Security<=7.0
Websense Websense Web Filter<=7.0

Event History

Aug 23, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-5148?

CVE-2010-5148 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for cookie interception.

2

How can I mitigate CVE-2010-5148?

To mitigate CVE-2010-5148, upgrade to Websense Web Security and Web Filter version 7.1 Hotfix 21 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2010-5148?

CVE-2010-5148 affects Websense Web Security versions prior to 7.1 Hotfix 21 and Websense Web Filter versions prior to 7.1 Hotfix 21.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-5148?

CVE-2010-5148 is a cookie security vulnerability that allows for remote cookie interception.

5

Is CVE-2010-5148 exploitable remotely?

Yes, CVE-2010-5148 is remotely exploitable if appropriate network conditions are met.

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