CVE-2018-8715 describes a logic flaw in the Embedthis HTTP library and Appweb versions prior to 7.0.3, specifically within the authCondition function. This flaw allows an unauthenticated attacker to bypass authentication for form and digest login types using a specially crafted HTTP request. Rated 8.1 HIGH on CVSS, this vulnerability has a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with a network attack vector and high attack complexity. While not listed in CISA's KEV catalog, a Nuclei template for an authentication bypass exists, indicating potential exploitability, though there is no evidence of active exploitation or significant community discussion.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 7.0.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:embedthis:appweb:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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