Vulnerability Description
login_screen.tcl in aMSN (aka Alvaro's Messenger) before 0.97.1 saves a password after logout, which allows physically proximate attackers to hijack a session by visiting an unattended workstation.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Amsn | Amsn | <= 0.97 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://amsn.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/amsn/trunk/amsn/login_screen.tcl?r1=9960&
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?release_id=610067
- http://www.amsn-project.net/forums/index.php?topic=5317.0
- http://amsn.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/amsn/trunk/amsn/login_screen.tcl?r1=9960&
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?release_id=610067
- http://www.amsn-project.net/forums/index.php?topic=5317.0
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-7255?
CVE-2008-7255 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). login_screen.tcl in aMSN (aka Alvaro's Messenger) before 0.97.1 saves a password after logout, which allows physically proximate attackers to hijack a session by visiting an unattended workstation.
How severe is CVE-2008-7255?
CVE-2008-7255 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-2008-7255?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Amsn Amsn.