CVE-2011-4730: Critical severity plesk vulnerability

Published Dec 16, 2011
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Updated

The Server Administration Panel in Parallels Plesk Panel 10.2.0build1011110331.18 generates a password form field without disabling the autocomplete feature, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication by leveraging an unattended workstation, as demonstrated by forms in admin/reseller/login-info/ and certain other files.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Parallels Parallels Plesk Panel=10.2.0_build1011110331.18
Microsoft Windows
redhat Enterprise Linux=6.0

Event History

Dec 16, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
11:55 AM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-4730?

CVE-2011-4730 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized authentication bypass.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-4730?

To fix CVE-2011-4730, disable the autocomplete feature on password fields in the Parallels Plesk Panel configuration.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2011-4730?

CVE-2011-4730 specifically affects Parallels Plesk Panel version 10.2.0_build1011110331.18.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2011-4730 enable?

CVE-2011-4730 allows remote attackers to potentially bypass authentication through unattended workstations.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2011-4730?

There is no specific patch for CVE-2011-4730; the recommended solution is to modify the application's form field settings.

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