Vulnerability Description
The Shibboleth authentication module 5.x before 5.x-3.4 and 6.x before 6.x-3.2, a module for Drupal, does not properly remove statically granted privileges after a logout or other session change, which allows physically proximate attackers to gain privileges by using an unattended web browser.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Niif | Shib Auth | 5.x-1.x |
| Drupal | Drupal | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://drupal.org/node/604488PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37057Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36684
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2919Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53779
- http://drupal.org/node/604488PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37057Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36684
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2919Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53779
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-4527?
CVE-2009-4527 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). The Shibboleth authentication module 5.x before 5.x-3.4 and 6.x before 6.x-3.2, a module for Drupal, does not properly remove statically granted privileges after a logout or other session change, whic...
How severe is CVE-2009-4527?
CVE-2009-4527 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-2009-4527?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Niif Shib Auth, Drupal Drupal.