CVE-2014-4668
First published: Wed Jul 02 2014(Updated: )
The cherokee_validator_ldap_check function in validator_ldap.c in Cherokee 1.2.103 and earlier, when LDAP is used, does not properly consider unauthenticated-bind semantics, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via an empty password.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Fedora | =20 | |
| Red Hat Fedora | =21 | |
| Red Hat Fedora | =22 | |
| Mageia | =4 | |
| Cherokee Web Server | <=1.2.103 | |
| Cherokee Web Server | =1.2.2 | |
| Cherokee Web Server | =1.2.98 | |
| Cherokee Web Server | =1.2.99 | |
| Cherokee Web Server | =1.2.101 | |
| Cherokee Web Server | =1.2.102 |
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Reference Links
- http://advisories.mageia.org/MGASA-2015-0181.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-April/155776.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-April/156162.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-April/156190.html
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/06/28/3
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/06/28/7
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2015:225
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68249
- https://github.com/cherokee/webserver/commit/fbda667221c51f0aa476a02366e0cf66cb012f88
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-4668?
CVE-2014-4668 has a medium severity rating as it allows remote attackers to bypass authentication.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4668?
To fix CVE-2014-4668, update Cherokee to version 1.2.104 or later.
Which versions of Cherokee are affected by CVE-2014-4668?
Cherokee versions up to and including 1.2.103 are affected by CVE-2014-4668.
What types of systems are vulnerable to CVE-2014-4668?
CVE-2014-4668 affects systems running Fedora versions 20, 21, 22, and Mageia version 4 with vulnerable Cherokee software.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2014-4668?
Yes, CVE-2014-4668 can be exploited to gain unauthorized access to systems using vulnerable LDAP configurations.
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