CVE-2011-4757 Security feature bypass in n/a
Attackers can bypass authentication on unattended workstations because the password field allows browser autocomplete, leading to account takeover.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2011-4757?
CVE-2011-4757 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 Dec 2011. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Parallels Plesk Small Business Panel 10.2.0 generates a password form field without disabling the autocomplete feature, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication by leveraging an unattended workstation, as demonstrated by forms in smb/auth and certain other files.
Weakness: CWE-255
Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-4757?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Parallels Parallels Plesk Small Business Panel.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4757?
No fix has been published for CVE-2011-4757 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2011-4757 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2011-4757 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-p8q7-f8xw-95mp.