CVE-2014-2974: CSRF
First published: Mon Jul 28 2014(Updated: )
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in php/user_account.php in Silver Peak VX through 6.2.4 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of administrators for requests that create administrative accounts.
Credit: cret@cert.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Peak VX | <=6.2.4 | |
| Silver Peak VX | =6.2.2.0_47968 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-2974?
CVE-2014-2974 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to hijack administrator authentication.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2974?
To fix CVE-2014-2974, update Silver Peak VX to the latest version that is above 6.2.4.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-2974?
CVE-2014-2974 affects users of Silver Peak VX versions up to and including 6.2.4.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-2974?
CVE-2014-2974 is a Cross-site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2014-2974?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2014-2974 can potentially create administrative accounts by hijacking the authentication of legitimate administrators.
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