CVE-2014-9117
First published: Sat Dec 06 2014(Updated: )
MantisBT before 1.2.18 uses the public_key parameter value as the key to the CAPTCHA answer, which allows remote attackers to bypass the CAPTCHA protection mechanism by leveraging knowledge of a CAPTCHA answer for a public_key parameter value, as demonstrated by E4652 for the public_key value 0.
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://secunia.com/advisories/62101
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3120
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/11/26/19
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/11/27/8
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71321
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/99004
- https://github.com/mantisbt/mantisbt/commit/7bb78e45
- https://www.mantisbt.org/bugs/view.php?id=17811
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-9117?
CVE-2014-9117 is considered to have a medium severity due to its potential to allow CAPTCHA bypass.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9117?
To fix CVE-2014-9117, upgrade MantisBT to version 1.2.18 or later.
What is the impact of CVE-2014-9117?
The impact of CVE-2014-9117 is that it allows remote attackers to bypass CAPTCHA mechanisms, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
Which versions of MantisBT are affected by CVE-2014-9117?
All versions of MantisBT prior to 1.2.18 are affected by CVE-2014-9117.
Is CVE-2014-9117 easy to exploit?
Yes, CVE-2014-9117 can be easily exploited by anyone who knows the CAPTCHA answer corresponding to the public_key parameter.
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