CVE-2020-15688
First published: Thu Jul 23 2020(Updated: )
The HTTP Digest Authentication in the GoAhead web server before 5.1.2 does not completely protect against replay attacks. This allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to bypass authentication via capture-replay if TLS is not used to protect the underlying communication channel.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Embedthis GoAhead | <5.1.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID of this issue is CVE-2020-15688.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-15688?
CVE-2020-15688 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
Which web server is affected by CVE-2020-15688?
The GoAhead web server before version 5.1.2 is affected by CVE-2020-15688.
How does CVE-2020-15688 impact authentication?
CVE-2020-15688 allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to bypass authentication via capture-replay if TLS is not used to protect the communication channel.
How can I fix CVE-2020-15688?
To fix CVE-2020-15688, it is recommended to upgrade to GoAhead web server version 5.1.2 or later.
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