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Posted on 26 October 2012
Source : packetstormsecurity.org Link
Layton Helpbox 4.4.0 Unencrypted Login Vulnerability by Joseph Sheridan
Summary
Layton Technologies Helpbox product version 4.4.0 is vulnerable to an unencrypted login page.
CVE number: CVE-2012-4977
Impact: High
Vendor homepage: http://www.laytontechnology.com
Vendor notified: 10/09/2012
Vendor response: This product has been replaced by 'ServiceDesk' but fixes may be available with valid support contracts.
Credit: Joseph Sheridan of ReactionIS
Affected Products
Helpbox 4.4.0
Details
Since the login page is not encrypted (no SSL encryption layer) usernames and passwords are sent over the network in cleartext. These could be intercepted by an attacker on the same network and used to gain access to the application.
Impact
An attacker may be able to login to the application using credentials captured off the wire.
Solution
Layton advise upgrading to their newer 'ServiceDesk' product. However, if you have an active support contract, Layton may be able to provide fixes for you.
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