Authentication Token Vulnerability in Progress Sitefinity by Progress Software
CVE-2017-18179

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Progress

Status
Sitefinity
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 October 2022

What is CVE-2017-18179?

In Progress Sitefinity 9.1, the wrap_access_token is utilized as a non-expiring authentication token that does not invalidate upon a password change or session termination. This design flaw allows unauthorized access as the token is exposed via GET parameters, creating potential security risks. The issue was resolved in version 10.1.

References

https://www.sec-consult.com/en/blog/advisories/multiple-v...
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https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143894/Progress-Sit...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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