CVE-2011-2151: Medium severity smartertools smarterstats vulnerability

Published May 20, 2011
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Updated

The (1) Admin/frmEmailReportSettings.aspx, (2) Admin/frmGeneralSettings.aspx, (3) Admin/frmSite.aspx, (4) Client/frmUser.aspx, and (5) Login.aspx components in the SmarterTools SmarterStats 6.0 web server accept cleartext passwords, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.

Affected Software

1 affected component
SmarterTools SmarterStats=6.0

Event History

May 20, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-2151?

CVE-2011-2151 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to expose sensitive information through cleartext passwords.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-2151?

To fix CVE-2011-2151, configure the affected SmarterStats components to use secure password storage methods and enforce HTTPS.

3

What components are affected by CVE-2011-2151?

CVE-2011-2151 affects the Admin/frmEmailReportSettings.aspx, Admin/frmGeneralSettings.aspx, Admin/frmSite.aspx, Client/frmUser.aspx, and Login.aspx components in SmarterStats 6.0.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2011-2151?

The impact of CVE-2011-2151 can lead to unauthorized access to user credentials and potentially sensitive information.

5

Is CVE-2011-2151 still relevant today?

Yes, CVE-2011-2151 remains relevant as it highlights the risks associated with using cleartext passwords in applications.

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