CVE-2017-16946
First published: Sat Nov 25 2017(Updated: )
The admin_edit function in app/Controller/UsersController.php in MISP 2.4.82 mishandles the enable_password field, which allows admins to discover a hashed password by reading the audit log.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MISP | =2.4.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16946?
CVE-2017-16946 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on the confidentiality of hashed passwords.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16946?
To fix CVE-2017-16946, you should upgrade MISP to a version later than 2.4.82 where the issue has been resolved.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-16946?
CVE-2017-16946 affects installations of MISP version 2.4.82 specifically.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2017-16946?
The main risk of CVE-2017-16946 is that an admin could inadvertently expose hashed passwords through audit logs.
Is CVE-2017-16946 easy to exploit?
CVE-2017-16946 is not considered easy to exploit as it requires access to the audit logs by an administrator.
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