CVE-2018-8715: High severity Embedthis Appweb vulnerability
Published Mar 14, 2018
·Updated
The Embedthis HTTP library, and Appweb versions before 7.0.3, have a logic flaw related to the authCondition function in http/httpLib.c. With a forged HTTP request, it is possible to bypass authentication for the form and digest login types.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Embedthis Appweb<=7.0.2
Event History
Mar 14, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Mar 15, 2018
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:29 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2018-8715?
CVE-2018-8715 is a logic flaw vulnerability in the Embedthis HTTP library and Appweb versions before 7.0.3.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8715?
CVE-2018-8715 has a severity score of 8.1, which is considered high.
3
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-8715?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-8715 by crafting a forged HTTP request to bypass authentication for the form and digest login types.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-8715?
The Embedthis Appweb versions before 7.0.3, specifically up to and inclusive of version 7.0.2, are affected by CVE-2018-8715.
5
Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-8715?
Yes, the fix for CVE-2018-8715 is included in Appweb version 7.0.3.