CVE-2024-5960CWE-256

Plaintext Storage of a Password in Eliz Software's Panel

Critical · published September 18, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
0%
Percentile
37.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Passwords stored in plaintext? That's a security catastrophe waiting to happen! 🔥 Think of it like leaving your house key under the doormat with an open invite for anyone passing by — that’s exactly what this vulnerability does by allowing the use of known domain credentials without any protection at all! An attacker could easily access sensitive accounts, leading to unauthorized data manipulation or exposure. This could result in catastrophic breaches, stolen user information, and a significant hit to your organization’s reputation— all from something that should’ve been securely locked away!

Put simply

Think of it like leaving your house key under the doormat with an open invite for anyone passing by — that’s exactly what this vulnerability does by allowing the use of known domain credentials without any protection at all! This vulnerability in Eliz Software Panel, affecting versions prior to v2.3.24, allows the storage of passwords in plaintext format, making them easily accessible to anyone with the right knowledge and skills.

What to do

An attacker could easily access sensitive accounts, leading to unauthorized data manipulation or exposure. This could result in catastrophic breaches, stolen user information, and a significant hit to your organization’s reputation— all from something that should’ve been securely locked away! Immediately upgrade to version 2.3.24 or later to ensure that passwords are securely encrypted. Additionally, conduct a thorough audit of your security practices to prevent similar issues in the future. Don't forget to inform users if their credentials may have been compromised! You've got this! With these steps, you'll lock down your security and strengthen your defenses in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00437 · 37.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-256 · Plaintext Storage of a Password
Published
2024-09-18T14:49Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 SEP 14:49Z
    Plaintext Storage of a Password in Eliz Software's Panel
    cvelistv5