Title: WatchGuard Firebox SOHO Web Config Server Unauthenticated Access Bypass
Info
Disclosure
Dec 14, 2000
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Dec 14, 2000
Solution
Unknown
Description
Watchguard Firebox SOHO firewall contains a flaw that may allow a remote attacker to bypass authentication for the Web administration interface. The issue is due to a flaw in the administration authentication that allows an attacker to directly access and modify the firewall's configuration options. By accessing the options directly, the attacker could modify settings or disable service.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality,
Loss of Integrity,
Loss of Availability
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
OSVDB:
Web Related,
Security Software
Solution
Upgrade to version 2.2.1 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.