25081 : Basic Analysis and Security Engine (BASE) Cookie Authentication Bypass
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5 months ago

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Disclosure

Apr 20, 2006

Discovery

Apr 20, 2006

Dates

Exploit

Apr 20, 2006

Solution

Unknown

Description

Basic Analysis and Security Engine (BASE) contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to gain admin privileges without authentication. The issue is triggered when sending a specially crafted cookie. It is possible that the flaw may allow unauthorized administrative access resulting in a loss of confidentiality, integrity, and/or availability.

Classification

Location: Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type: Authentication Management
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Exploit: Exploit Available
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified
OSVDB: Web Related

Technical

This vulnerability is only present when BASE built in authentication system is used and not with Web server authentication system.

Solution

Upgrade to cvs version or version 1.2.5 (sarah) or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.

Products

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Watch-list
Basic Analysis and Security Engine (BASE)
Watch-list
1.1 (elizabeth)
1.1.2 (zora)
1.1.3 (lynn)
1.1.4 (cheryl)
1.2.0 (betty)
1.2.1 (kris)
1.2.2 (cindy)
1.2.4 (melissa)

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  • Nikns Siankin - niknsBrand New Doo Doosecure.lv - BASE+

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