CVE-2009-3818

Unspecified vulnerability in the session handling feature in freeCap CAPTCHA (sr_freecap) extension 1.2.0 and earlier for TYPO3 has unknown impact and attack…

published October 28, 2009

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
68.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unspecified vulnerability lurks in the session handling feature of freeCap CAPTCHA for TYPO3, just waiting for a clever attacker to exploit it! Think of this as a hotel that forgot to update its guest list – anyone could check in without proper identification! With no clarity on the impact, it’s like leaving the front door open and hoping for the best. While the exact repercussions remain unknown, this flaw could allow unauthorized access or mismanage user sessions, leading to potential data breaches or unwanted interactions. It’s a sneaky little hole that could open doors to trouble in the future!

Put simply

Think of this as a hotel that forgot to update its guest list – anyone could check in without proper identification! With no clarity on the impact, it’s like leaving the front door open and hoping for the best. This vulnerability resides in the session management of the freeCap CAPTCHA extension (version 1.2.0 and earlier), which could compromise the normal functioning and security of user sessions without clear attack vectors defined.

What to do

While the exact repercussions remain unknown, this flaw could allow unauthorized access or mismanage user sessions, leading to potential data breaches or unwanted interactions. It’s a sneaky little hole that could open doors to trouble in the future! To stay ahead of the game, ensure you update the freeCap CAPTCHA extension to the latest version promptly. Also, review your session handling practices to ensure they are robust and secure. You've got this! Stay proactive with your updates, and you’ll keep those virtual doors locked tight! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01239 · 68.9th percentile
Published
2009-10-28T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 28 OCT 10:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in the session handling feature in freeCap CAPTCHA (sr_freecap) extension 1.2.0 and earlier for TYPO3 has unknown impact and attack…
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