Vulnerability Description
HTTP authentication implementation in Geo++ GNCASTER 1.4.0.7 and earlier allows remote attackers to read authentication headers of other users via a large request with an incorrect authentication attempt, which includes sensitive memory in the response. NOTE: this is referred to as a "memory leak" by some sources, but is better characterized as "memory disclosure."
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Geopp | Geo\+\+ Gncaster | <= 1.4.0.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/62015
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38323Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redteam-pentesting.de/en/advisories/rt-sa-2010-003/-geo-r-gncaster-faExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/509199/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/55978
- http://osvdb.org/62015
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38323Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redteam-pentesting.de/en/advisories/rt-sa-2010-003/-geo-r-gncaster-faExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/509199/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/55978
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-0551?
CVE-2010-0551 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). HTTP authentication implementation in Geo++ GNCASTER 1.4.0.7 and earlier allows remote attackers to read authentication headers of other users via a large request with an incorrect authentication atte...
How severe is CVE-2010-0551?
CVE-2010-0551 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-2010-0551?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Geopp Geo\+\+ Gncaster.