Vulnerability Description
The reset password page in Puppet Enterprise before 3.0.1 does not force entry of the current password, which allows attackers to modify user passwords by leveraging session hijacking, an unattended workstation, or other vectors.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Puppet | Puppet Enterprise | <= 3.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://puppetlabs.com/security/cve/cve-2013-4962/Vendor Advisory
- http://puppetlabs.com/security/cve/cve-2013-4962/Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-4962?
CVE-2013-4962 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.8 (MEDIUM). The reset password page in Puppet Enterprise before 3.0.1 does not force entry of the current password, which allows attackers to modify user passwords by leveraging session hijacking, an unattended w...
How severe is CVE-2013-4962?
CVE-2013-4962 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-4962?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Puppet Puppet Enterprise.