CVE-2018-7739: Input Validation
antsle antman before 0.9.1a allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via invalid characters in the username and password parameters, as demonstrated by a username=>&password=%0a string to the /login URI. This allows obtaining root permissions within the web management console, because the login process uses Java's ProcessBuilder class and a bash script called antsle-auth with insufficient input validation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-7739?
CVE-2018-7739 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to gain unauthorized root access.
How do I fix CVE-2018-7739?
To fix CVE-2018-7739, upgrade to Antman version 0.9.1a or later, which addresses the authentication bypass issue.
What causes CVE-2018-7739?
CVE-2018-7739 is caused by improper validation of the username and password parameters, allowing special characters to bypass authentication.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-7739?
CVE-2018-7739 affects Antman versions prior to 0.9.1a.
What are the implications of CVE-2018-7739 for administrators?
Administrators are at risk of unauthorized access to the web management console, potentially compromising system integrity.