CVE-2014-6256 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.5 Published 15 Dec 2014 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can bypass access restrictions to place files in public directories, potentially leading to unauthorized data modification or execution.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2014-6256?

CVE-2014-6256 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Dec 2014. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Zenoss Core through 5 Beta 3 allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and place files in a directory with public (1) read or (2) execute access via a move action, aka ZEN-15386.

Weakness: CWE-264

Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-6256?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Zenoss Zenoss Core.

How do I fix CVE-2014-6256?

No fix has been published for CVE-2014-6256 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2014-6256 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-6256 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-ffr6-jvph-c8q3.