CVE-2011-4762

Parallels Plesk Small Business Panel 10.2.0 sends incorrect Content-Type headers for certain resources, which might allow remote attackers to have an…

published December 16, 2011

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A mix-up in headers may not sound dramatic, but it opens the door to interpretation chaos in Parallels Plesk Small Business Panel! Think of it as a restaurant that serves a surprise dish when you ordered a classic; the chef may not check the order, leading to some confused customers. In this case, the wrong Content-Type headers could lead to unexpected behaviors in certain resources. While the impact is still a bit of a mystery, there's potential for remote attackers to exploit this mismatch, which could result in unauthorized access or data misinterpretation. It's like a guest sneaking into the VIP section without anyone noticing!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant that serves a surprise dish when you ordered a classic; the chef may not check the order, leading to some confused customers. In this case, the wrong Content-Type headers could lead to unexpected behaviors in certain resources. This vulnerability arises from incorrect Content-Type headers sent by Parallels Plesk Small Business Panel 10.2.0, which can cause issues with how certain files are interpreted, particularly with smb/app/top-categories-data/ and others.

What to do

While the impact is still a bit of a mystery, there's potential for remote attackers to exploit this mismatch, which could result in unauthorized access or data misinterpretation. It's like a guest sneaking into the VIP section without anyone noticing! To mitigate this risk, ensure that you review and update your Plesk installation to the latest version available and check the configurations affecting Content-Type headers. Regular audits on resource access and header configurations can also help spot any discrepancies early on! You've got this! Stay proactive, and you'll keep your systems safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01839 · 78.7th percentile
Published
2011-12-16T11:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 DEC 11:00Z
    Parallels Plesk Small Business Panel 10.2.0 sends incorrect Content-Type headers for certain resources, which might allow remote attackers to have an…
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