CVE-2007-2849

KnowledgeTree Document Management (aka KnowledgeTree Open Source) before STABLE 3.3.7 does not require a password for an unregistered user, when the user…

published May 24, 2007

CVSS
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EPSS
3%
Percentile
85.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A gaping door is wide open for unregistered users! KnowledgeTree Document Management versions before STABLE 3.3.7 skip password checks for users in Active Directory, allowing attackers to waltz right in without a care. 🔥 Think of it like a guest list that lets anyone in, as long as they can recite your name — no RSVP required. This vulnerability is like having a bouncer who forgot to check IDs at the entrance! An attacker could exploit this flaw and gain unauthorized access to sensitive documents and data, potentially leading to data breaches or manipulation. Imagine a stranger gaining access to your private office files and wreaking havoc — that’s the kind of risk here!

Put simply

Think of it like a guest list that lets anyone in, as long as they can recite your name — no RSVP required. This vulnerability is like having a bouncer who forgot to check IDs at the entrance! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to log onto KnowledgeTree Document Management systems without proper authentication if a user exists in Active Directory, bypassing the intended security measures.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this flaw and gain unauthorized access to sensitive documents and data, potentially leading to data breaches or manipulation. Imagine a stranger gaining access to your private office files and wreaking havoc — that’s the kind of risk here! To protect yourself, immediately update to KnowledgeTree version 3.3.7 or later. Ensure you configure your Active Directory settings to enforce stronger authentication checks for all users, especially unregistered ones. You’ve got this! With these steps, you’ll lock down your KnowledgeTree environment in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02708 · 85.8th percentile
Published
2007-05-24T18:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 MAY 18:00Z
    KnowledgeTree Document Management (aka KnowledgeTree Open Source) before STABLE 3.3.7 does not require a password for an unregistered user, when the user…
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