Vulnerability Description
Wowza Streaming Engine before 4.8.8.01 (in a default installation) has cleartext passwords stored in the conf/admin.password file. A regular local user is able to read usernames and passwords.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wowza | Streaming Engine | < 4.8.8.01 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.gruppotim.it/redteamExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wowza.com/docs/wowza-streaming-engine-4-8-8-01-release-notes#breakinRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://www.wowza.com/products/streaming-engineProductVendor Advisory
- https://www.gruppotim.it/redteamExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wowza.com/docs/wowza-streaming-engine-4-8-8-01-release-notes#breakinRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://www.wowza.com/products/streaming-engineProductVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-31539?
CVE-2021-31539 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). Wowza Streaming Engine before 4.8.8.01 (in a default installation) has cleartext passwords stored in the conf/admin.password file. A regular local user is able to read usernames and passwords.
How severe is CVE-2021-31539?
CVE-2021-31539 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-31539?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wowza Streaming Engine.