CVE-2008-2139 (GCVE-0-2008-2139)

Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2008-05-12 17:00 – Updated: 2024-08-07 08:49
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Summary
The rootpw plugin in rPath Appliance Platform Agent 2 and 3 does not re-validate requests from a browser with a valid administrator session, including requests to change the password, which makes it easier for physically proximate attackers to gain privileges and maintain control over the administrator account.
Severity
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CWE
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Date Public
2008-04-25 00:00
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