Vulnerability Description
Password Safe 1.7(1) leaves cleartext passwords in memory when a user copies the password to the clipboard and minimizes Password Safe with the "Clear the password when minimized" and "Lock password database on minimize and prompt on restore" options enabled, which could allow an attacker with access to the memory (e.g. an administrator) to read the passwords.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Counterpane | Password Safe | 1.7.1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/213931Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3337Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7123
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/213931Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3337Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7123
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0984?
CVE-2001-0984 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Password Safe 1.7(1) leaves cleartext passwords in memory when a user copies the password to the clipboard and minimizes Password Safe with the "Clear the password when minimized" and "Lock password d...
How severe is CVE-2001-0984?
CVE-2001-0984 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0984?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Counterpane Password Safe.