Insufficient Password Protection in Apache OpenMeetings by Apache
CVE-2017-7673

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache
Status
Apache Openmeetings
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 July 2017

What is CVE-2017-7673?

Apache OpenMeetings 1.0.0 is susceptible to security weaknesses including inadequate cryptographic storage solutions. The application fails to implement a captcha mechanism in both the registration and 'forgot password' processes, increasing risk of abuse. Additionally, it lacks sufficient measures to defend against brute force attacks on authentication forms, leaving user accounts vulnerable to unauthorized access.

Affected Version(s)

Apache OpenMeetings 1.0.0

References

http://markmail.org/message/3hshl26omwjo6c5i
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99587
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2017-7673 : Insufficient Password Protection in Apache OpenMeetings by Apache