CVE-2018-9160

SickRage before v2018.03.09-1 includes cleartext credentials in HTTP responses

published March 31, 2018

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.5th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
—
EPSS
76%
Percentile
99.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Cleartext credentials might as well be a neon sign! SickRage versions before v2018.03.09-1 expose user credentials in HTTP responses — that’s just asking for trouble! 🔥 Think of it like sending a postcard instead of a sealed letter; anyone can peek at what’s inside. With this vulnerability, attackers can read sensitive information just as easily as a curious neighbor reading your mail. An attacker could collect usernames and passwords directly from the responses, putting user accounts at risk. This could lead to unauthorized access to personal data and potentially more severe compromises if users reuse passwords across services. It's a surprisingly sneaky way to expose sensitive information!

Put simply

Think of it like sending a postcard instead of a sealed letter; anyone can peek at what’s inside. With this vulnerability, attackers can read sensitive information just as easily as a curious neighbor reading your mail. This vulnerability allows user credentials to be transmitted in cleartext in HTTP responses, making it possible for malicious actors to capture these credentials during transit.

What to do

An attacker could collect usernames and passwords directly from the responses, putting user accounts at risk. This could lead to unauthorized access to personal data and potentially more severe compromises if users reuse passwords across services. It's a surprisingly sneaky way to expose sensitive information! Update SickRage to version 2018.03.09-1 or later as soon as possible to ensure credentials are no longer exposed. Additionally, consider implementing HTTPS to encrypt all communications, adding an extra layer of protection. 🛡️ You've got this! By taking these steps, you’ll ensure your SickRage setup is much more secure and keep those credentials safe! 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.75602 · 99.5th percentile
Published
2018-03-31T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 31 MAR 21:00Z
    SickRage before v2018.03.09-1 includes cleartext credentials in HTTP responses
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