CVE-2001-1532

Description

WebX stores authentication information in the HTTP_REFERER variable, which is included in URL links within bulletin board messages posted by users, which could allow remote attackers to hijack user sessions.

5.0

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.33%

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7458.php	vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/223799	mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2001-1532?: CVE-2001-1532 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2001-1532?: To fix CVE-2001-1532, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2001-1532 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2001-1532 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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