CVE-2019-7964

Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5, and 6.4 have an authentication bypass vulnerability

published August 16, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
10%
Percentile
95.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An authentication bypass in Adobe Experience Manager could let attackers pull a fast one — viewers could become the star performers! 🎭 Think of it like a backstage pass that lets someone wander into the restricted areas of a theater without a ticket. They can take control of the lights, sound, or even the script, causing chaos where they shouldn’t be! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to execute remote code, essentially giving them the keys to the castle. They could manipulate data, alter configurations, or even deploy malicious software, wreaking absolute havoc on your systems! This isn't just a minor inconvenience; it's a serious breach of trust and security!

Put simply

Think of it like a backstage pass that lets someone wander into the restricted areas of a theater without a ticket. They can take control of the lights, sound, or even the script, causing chaos where they shouldn’t be! This vulnerability in Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5 and 6.4 enables unauthorized users to bypass authentication mechanisms. As a result, an attacker could execute arbitrary code remotely without needing a valid user session.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to execute remote code, essentially giving them the keys to the castle. They could manipulate data, alter configurations, or even deploy malicious software, wreaking absolute havoc on your systems! This isn't just a minor inconvenience; it's a serious breach of trust and security! To shore up your defenses, make sure to patch your Adobe Experience Manager to the latest version. Regularly audit your authentication processes and restrict access rights to minimize potential damage. Don't let anyone roam free in those restricted areas! You've got this! Follow these steps, and you’ll keep your systems secure and your users happy! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.10217 · 95.7th percentile
Published
2019-08-16T16:03Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 AUG 16:03Z
    Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5, and 6.4 have an authentication bypass vulnerability
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