CVE-2008-0893 Missing authorization in n/a
Remote attackers can perform administrative actions due to improper access restrictions on CGI scripts in Red Hat Administration Server.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2008-0893?
CVE-2008-0893 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 Apr 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Red Hat Administration Server, as used by Red Hat Directory Server 8.0 EL4 and EL5, does not properly restrict access to CGI scripts, which allows remote attackers to perform administrative actions.
Weakness: CWE-264
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-0893?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Redhat Directory Server.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0893?
Apply the vendor's patch.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2008-0893 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-0893 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-84ph-43p3-259x.