Vulnerability Description
Crafty Syntax Live Help (CSLH) 2.14.6 and earlier stores passwords in cleartext in a MySQL database, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Craftysyntax | Crafty Syntax Live Help | <= 2.14.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4192
- http://www.gulftech.org/?node=research&article_id=00127-08252008ExploitPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/495729/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44745
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4192
- http://www.gulftech.org/?node=research&article_id=00127-08252008ExploitPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/495729/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44745
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3840?
CVE-2008-3840 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Crafty Syntax Live Help (CSLH) 2.14.6 and earlier stores passwords in cleartext in a MySQL database, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2008-3840?
CVE-2008-3840 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3840?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Craftysyntax Crafty Syntax Live Help.