Vulnerability Description
OpenPAM Nummularia 9.2 through 10.0 does not properly handle the error reported when an include directive refers to a policy that does not exist, which causes the loaded policy chain to no be discarded and allows context-dependent attackers to bypass authentication via a login (1) without a password or (2) with an incorrect password.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | <= 9.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-14:13.pam.ascPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openpam.org/browser/openpam/trunk/HISTORYRelease Notes
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67808Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030330PatchVDB EntryVendor Advisory
- http://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-14:13.pam.ascPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openpam.org/browser/openpam/trunk/HISTORYRelease Notes
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67808Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030330PatchVDB EntryVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-3879?
CVE-2014-3879 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). OpenPAM Nummularia 9.2 through 10.0 does not properly handle the error reported when an include directive refers to a policy that does not exist, which causes the loaded policy chain to no be discarde...
How severe is CVE-2014-3879?
CVE-2014-3879 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-3879?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.