CVE-2011-4851

The Control Panel in Parallels Plesk Panel 10.4.4_build20111103.18 generates a password form field without disabling the autocomplete feature, which makes it…

published December 16, 2011

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ That autocomplete feature could be your undoing! The Control Panel in Parallels Plesk Panel 10.4.4 still generates password fields without disabling autocomplete, making it a breeze for attackers to bypass authentication on unattended workstations. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the servers write down orders but leave the notepad out for everyone to see. If a hungry customer notices the names and details, they might just help themselves to someone else's meal! This oversight could allow unauthorized users to gain access to sensitive areas of your server, potentially compromising data or making unwanted changes. It's a sneaky way for attackers to exploit an almost invisible flaw without needing any complex skills!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the servers write down orders but leave the notepad out for everyone to see. If a hungry customer notices the names and details, they might just help themselves to someone else's meal! This vulnerability arises because the password form field in Parallels Plesk Panel does not have the autocomplete feature disabled, allowing previously entered passwords to be suggested to unauthorized users.

What to do

This oversight could allow unauthorized users to gain access to sensitive areas of your server, potentially compromising data or making unwanted changes. It's a sneaky way for attackers to exploit an almost invisible flaw without needing any complex skills! To mitigate this risk, update your Parallels Plesk Panel to the latest version where this issue is resolved. Additionally, consider reviewing your security policies to limit access on unattended workstations and educate your team on secure practices. 🛡️ You've got this! By taking these steps, you're putting on your security hero cape and protecting your systems! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01871 · 79.1th percentile
Published
2011-12-16T11:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 DEC 11:00Z
    The Control Panel in Parallels Plesk Panel 10.4.4_build20111103.18 generates a password form field without disabling the autocomplete feature, which makes it…
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