Request Tracker Default Credentials

high Nessus Plugin ID 43005

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Synopsis

The remote web server is running a Perl application that uses default credentials.

Description

It is possible to log into the Best Practical Solutions Request Tracker (RT) application by providing default credentials. A remote attacker can exploit this to gain administrative control.

Solution

Secure the root account with a strong password.

Plugin Details

Severity: High

ID: 43005

File Name: rt_default_creds.nasl

Version: 1.15

Type: remote

Family: CGI abuses

Published: 12/4/2009

Updated: 4/11/2022

Configuration: Enable thorough checks

Supported Sensors: Nessus

Risk Information

CVSS v2

Risk Factor: High

Base Score: 7.5

Temporal Score: 7.5

Vector: CVSS2#AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

Vulnerability Information

CPE: cpe:/a:bestpractical:rt

Required KB Items: installed_sw/RT

Excluded KB Items: global_settings/supplied_logins_only

Detections

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