Vulnerability Description
The multiauth module in SimpleSAMLphp 1.14.13 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication context restrictions and use an authentication source defined in config/authsources.php via vectors related to improper validation of user input.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Simplesamlphp | Simplesamlphp | <= 1.14.13 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/12/msg00007.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://simplesamlphp.org/security/201704-02PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4127Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/12/msg00007.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://simplesamlphp.org/security/201704-02PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4127Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-12869?
CVE-2017-12869 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The multiauth module in SimpleSAMLphp 1.14.13 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication context restrictions and use an authentication source defined in config/authsources.php via v...
How severe is CVE-2017-12869?
CVE-2017-12869 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-12869?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Simplesamlphp Simplesamlphp, Debian Debian Linux.