Vulnerability Description
The HTTP Digest Authentication in the GoAhead web server before 5.1.2 does not completely protect against replay attacks. This allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to bypass authentication via capture-replay if TLS is not used to protect the underlying communication channel.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Embedthis | Goahead | < 5.1.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159505/EmbedThis-GoAhead-Web-Server-5.1.1-DExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/embedthis/goahead-gpl/issues/3Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/embedthis/goahead-gpl/issues/3Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159505/EmbedThis-GoAhead-Web-Server-5.1.1-DExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/embedthis/goahead-gpl/issues/3Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/embedthis/goahead-gpl/issues/3Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-15688?
CVE-2020-15688 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The HTTP Digest Authentication in the GoAhead web server before 5.1.2 does not completely protect against replay attacks. This allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to bypass authentication via ca...
How severe is CVE-2020-15688?
CVE-2020-15688 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-15688?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Embedthis Goahead.