CVE-2012-1923: Low severity realnetworks helix server vulnerability

Published Apr 17, 2012
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Updated

RealNetworks Helix Server and Helix Mobile Server 14.x before 14.3.x store passwords in cleartext under admbdb\users\, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading a database.

Affected Software

6 affected components
RealNetworks Helix Server=14.0.0
RealNetworks Helix Server=14.0.1
RealNetworks Helix Server=14.2
RealNetworks Helix Server=14.2.0.212
RealNetworks Helix Mobile Server=14.0.0
RealNetworks Helix Mobile Server=14.0.1

Event History

Apr 17, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-1923?

CVE-2012-1923 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the exposure of passwords in cleartext.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-1923?

To fix CVE-2012-1923, update the RealNetworks Helix Server or Helix Mobile Server to version 14.3 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2012-1923?

CVE-2012-1923 affects RealNetworks Helix Server versions 14.0.0 to 14.2.0.212 and Helix Mobile Server versions 14.0.0 to 14.0.1.

4

What risks are associated with CVE-2012-1923?

The risk associated with CVE-2012-1923 includes unauthorized access to sensitive user passwords stored in cleartext.

5

Is CVE-2012-1923 exploitable remotely?

CVE-2012-1923 is primarily a local vulnerability, requiring a local user to access the password database.

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