Vulnerability Description
The Change Password dialog box (change_password) in Sophos Web Appliance before 3.8.2 allows remote authenticated users to change the admin user password via a crafted request.
CVSS Score
8.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:N/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sophos | Web Appliance Firmware | 3.7.8 |
| Sophos | Web Appliance | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/57706Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/32789Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/66734Exploit
- http://www.sophos.com/en-us/support/knowledgebase/120230.aspxVendor Advisory
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-14-069/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/57706Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/32789Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/66734Exploit
- http://www.sophos.com/en-us/support/knowledgebase/120230.aspxVendor Advisory
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-14-069/
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-2849?
CVE-2014-2849 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.5 (HIGH). The Change Password dialog box (change_password) in Sophos Web Appliance before 3.8.2 allows remote authenticated users to change the admin user password via a crafted request.
How severe is CVE-2014-2849?
CVE-2014-2849 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-2849?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sophos Web Appliance Firmware, Sophos Web Appliance.