Vulnerability Description
The m_authenticate function in modules/m_sasl.c in UnrealIRCd before 3.2.10.7 and 4.x before 4.0.6 allows remote attackers to spoof certificate fingerprints and consequently log in as another user via a crafted AUTHENTICATE parameter.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Unrealircd | Unrealircd | <= 3.2.10.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/09/04/3Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/09/05/8Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92763Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://forums.unrealircd.org/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=8588Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/unrealircd/unrealircd/commit/f473e355e1dc422c4f019dbf86bc50baPatch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/09/04/3Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/09/05/8Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92763Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://forums.unrealircd.org/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=8588Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/unrealircd/unrealircd/commit/f473e355e1dc422c4f019dbf86bc50baPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-7144?
CVE-2016-7144 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). The m_authenticate function in modules/m_sasl.c in UnrealIRCd before 3.2.10.7 and 4.x before 4.0.6 allows remote attackers to spoof certificate fingerprints and consequently log in as another user via...
How severe is CVE-2016-7144?
CVE-2016-7144 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-7144?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Unrealircd Unrealircd.