CVE-2014-8988
First published: Mon Nov 24 2014(Updated: )
MantisBT before 1.2.18 allows remote authenticated users to bypass the $g_download_attachments_threshold and $g_view_attachments_threshold restrictions and read attachments for private projects by leveraging access to a project that does not restrict access to attachments and a request to the download URL.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt | =1.2.17 |
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Reference Links
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q4/693
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62101
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3120
- http://www.mantisbt.org/bugs/view.php?id=17742
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/11/15/6
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71104
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/98731
- https://github.com/mantisbt/mantisbt/commit/5f0b150b
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8988?
CVE-2014-8988 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to private project attachments.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8988?
To fix CVE-2014-8988, upgrade MantisBT to version 1.2.18 or later to ensure that attachment access restrictions are properly enforced.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-8988?
CVE-2014-8988 affects MantisBT versions prior to 1.2.18, specifically version 1.2.17.
What types of users can exploit CVE-2014-8988?
Remote authenticated users with access to an unrestricted project can exploit CVE-2014-8988 to access private attachments.
What are the impacts of CVE-2014-8988?
The impact of CVE-2014-8988 includes unauthorized reading of private project attachments, compromising the confidentiality of sensitive information.
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