CVE-2014-4198

A Two-Factor Authentication Bypass Vulnerability exists in BS-Client Private Client 2.4 and 2.5 via an XML request that neglects the use of ADPswID and AD…

published February 13, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
70.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A missing check in BS-Client Private Client could let a crafty attacker skip right past two-factor authentication! 🔓 Think of it like a restaurant that forgets to check the reservation name — anyone can walk in, even if they should be locked out! This vulnerability could allow a malicious user to access privileged functions without proper authentication. Imagine the chaos if someone could order from the secret menu without actually being invited!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that forgets to check the reservation name — anyone can walk in, even if they should be locked out! CVE-2014-4198 arises from an XML request that fails to validate the ADPswID and AD parameters, making it possible for unauthorized users to gain access to sensitive features.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow a malicious user to access privileged functions without proper authentication. Imagine the chaos if someone could order from the secret menu without actually being invited! To safeguard against this, make sure to update to the latest version of BS-Client that addresses this vulnerability. Regularly audit authentication mechanisms to ensure they’re functioning as intended. 🛡️ You've got this! Keep your systems secure, and remember that a little vigilance goes a long way! 💪

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01297 · 70.2th percentile
Published
2020-02-13T18:28Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 FEB 18:28Z
    A Two-Factor Authentication Bypass Vulnerability exists in BS-Client Private Client 2.4 and 2.5 via an XML request that neglects the use of ADPswID and AD…
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