CVE-2021-28248
First published: Fri Mar 26 2021(Updated: )
** UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED ** CA eHealth Performance Manager through 6.3.2.12 is affected by Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts. An attacker is able to perform an arbitrary number of /web/frames/ authentication attempts using different passwords, and eventually gain access to a targeted account, NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom Ehealth | <=6.3.2.12 | |
| <=6.3.2.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-28248?
CVE-2021-28248 has a medium severity rating due to improper restriction of excessive authentication attempts.
How do I fix CVE-2021-28248?
To mitigate CVE-2021-28248, implement rate limiting on authentication attempts and ensure strong account lockout policies.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-28248?
CVE-2021-28248 affects CA eHealth Performance Manager versions up to 6.3.2.12.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-28248?
CVE-2021-28248 is classified as an improper restriction of excessive authentication attempts vulnerability.
Can CVE-2021-28248 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2021-28248 allows attackers to perform arbitrary authentication attempts, which may lead to unauthorized access.
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