CVE-2018-13791

The HTTP API in ABBYY FlexiCapture before 12 Release 1 Update 7 allows an attacker to conduct Access Control attacks via the…

published July 9, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
66.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky parameter could let unauthorized users peek into your FlexiCapture user profiles! 🚨 Imagine a restaurant where anyone can just waltz into the kitchen and gawk at the secret recipes — that’s the vulnerability here! It’s the FlexiCaptureTmsSts2 parameter that opens the door without a proper check. If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could gain unauthorized access to sensitive user profiles, potentially leading to data leaks or privacy violations. It's like leaving the back door of a sensitive area wide open, allowing prying eyes to gather secrets.

Put simply

Imagine a restaurant where anyone can just waltz into the kitchen and gawk at the secret recipes — that’s the vulnerability here! It’s the FlexiCaptureTmsSts2 parameter that opens the door without a proper check. This vulnerability in the HTTP API of ABBYY FlexiCapture allows attackers to conduct Access Control attacks through the FlexiCaptureTmsSts2 parameter, bypassing authentication checks that should restrict access to user profiles.

What to do

If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could gain unauthorized access to sensitive user profiles, potentially leading to data leaks or privacy violations. It's like leaving the back door of a sensitive area wide open, allowing prying eyes to gather secrets. To protect against this issue, ensure that your ABBYY FlexiCapture is updated to the latest version. Review your access control configurations and implement strict validation on user profiles to prevent unauthorized access. Stay vigilant in monitoring for any unusual activities! You’ve got this! With a few proactive steps, you can tighten security and keep your data safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01129 · 66.1th percentile
Published
2018-07-09T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 JUL 21:00Z
    The HTTP API in ABBYY FlexiCapture before 12 Release 1 Update 7 allows an attacker to conduct Access Control attacks via the…
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