Vulnerability Description
Apache Archiva 1.0 through 1.0.3, 1.1 through 1.1.4, 1.2 through 1.2.2, and 1.3 through 1.3.1 does not require entry of the administrator's password at the time of modifying a user account, which makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to gain privileges by leveraging a (1) unattended workstation or (2) cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability, a related issue to CVE-2010-3449.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Archiva | 1.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archiva.apache.org/security.html
- http://mail-archives.apache.org/mod_mbox/archiva-users/201011.mbox/ajax/%3CAANLk
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/514937/100/0/threaded
- http://archiva.apache.org/security.html
- http://mail-archives.apache.org/mod_mbox/archiva-users/201011.mbox/ajax/%3CAANLk
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/514937/100/0/threaded
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-4408?
CVE-2010-4408 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Apache Archiva 1.0 through 1.0.3, 1.1 through 1.1.4, 1.2 through 1.2.2, and 1.3 through 1.3.1 does not require entry of the administrator's password at the time of modifying a user account, which make...
How severe is CVE-2010-4408?
CVE-2010-4408 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-4408?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Archiva.