Open Source Vulnerability: CVE-2016-3124 in simplesamlphp
Summary
CVE-2016-3124: The sanitycheck module in SimpleSAMLphp before 1.14.1 allows remote attackers to learn the PHP version on the system via unspecified vectors. Affects simplesamlphp across 2 version ranges.
< 1.14.1-1
< 03c6303dfee814450836c4ee3d07d51e628e4d4e
Fixed in 1.14.1-1. How to fix ↓
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Background
simplesamlphp is a PHP-based authentication and federation software package. It provides a simple way to implement Single Sign-On (SSO) and other authentication mechanisms. The package is widely used in various Debian distributions. However, it is susceptible to a vulnerability identified as CVE-2016-3124.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability (CVE-2016-3124) in simplesamlphp allows remote attackers to determine the PHP version running on the system. The exact vectors of attack are unspecified. This information disclosure can potentially aid attackers in exploiting other vulnerabilities specific to the PHP version being used. The vulnerability has a CVSSv3 score of 5.3, indicating a moderate severity.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.14.1-1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
No specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The vulnerability (CVE-2016-3124) in simplesamlphp allows remote attackers to determine the PHP version running on the system. It is recommended to update simplesamlphp to version 1.14.1-1 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
simplesamlphp is a PHP-based authentication and federation software package used for implementing Single Sign-On (SSO) and other authentication mechanisms.
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to determine the PHP version running on the system, which can aid in exploiting other PHP-specific vulnerabilities.
The vulnerability has a CVSSv3 score of 5.3, indicating a moderate severity.
To fix the vulnerability, update simplesamlphp to version 1.14.1-1 or later.
No specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.
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