CVE-2014-2595: Critical severity barracuda web application firewall vulnerability

Published Feb 12, 2020
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Updated

Barracuda Web Application Firewall (WAF) 7.8.1.013 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication by leveraging a permanent authentication token obtained from a query string.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Barracuda Web Application Firewall=7.8.1.013

Event History

Feb 12, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:45 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:45 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-2595?

The severity of CVE-2014-2595 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

2

How can remote attackers bypass authentication in Barracuda Web Application Firewall (WAF) 7.8.1.013?

Remote attackers can bypass authentication by leveraging a permanent authentication token obtained from a query string.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2014-2595?

Barracuda Web Application Firewall (WAF) 7.8.1.013 is affected by CVE-2014-2595.

4

Is there a fix available for CVE-2014-2595?

Yes, upgrading to a version of Barracuda Web Application Firewall (WAF) that is not affected by the vulnerability can fix CVE-2014-2595.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2014-2595?

You can find more information about CVE-2014-2595 at the following references: [http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/127740/Barracuda-WAF-Authentication-Bypass.html](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/127740/Barracuda-WAF-Authentication-Bypass.html), [http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Aug/5](http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Aug/5), [http://www.osvdb.org/109782](http://www.osvdb.org/109782).

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