Vulnerability Description
Couchbase Server before 6.6.3 and 7.x before 7.0.2 stores Sensitive Information in Cleartext. The issue occurs when the cluster manager forwards a HTTP request from the pluggable UI (query workbench etc) to the specific service. In the backtrace, the Basic Auth Header included in the HTTP request, has the "@" user credentials of the node processing the UI request.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Couchbase | Couchbase Server | < 4.6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://docs.couchbase.com/server/current/release-notes/relnotes.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://www.couchbase.com/alertsVendor Advisory
- https://docs.couchbase.com/server/current/release-notes/relnotes.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://www.couchbase.com/alertsVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-42763?
CVE-2021-42763 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Couchbase Server before 6.6.3 and 7.x before 7.0.2 stores Sensitive Information in Cleartext. The issue occurs when the cluster manager forwards a HTTP request from the pluggable UI (query workbench e...
How severe is CVE-2021-42763?
CVE-2021-42763 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-2021-42763?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Couchbase Couchbase Server.