CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-2843

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Helpdesk software Hesk 0.92 does not properly verify usernames and passwords, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a direct request to admin_main.php.

Risk Assessment

An attacker can gain unauthorized access to the helpdesk admin panel, potentially leading to disclosure of ticket data and system compromise.

Recommendation

Upgrade Hesk to the latest version immediately. If not possible, restrict access to admin_main.php via firewall rules or web server authentication.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Helpdesk software Hesk 0.92 does not properly verify usernames and passwords, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a direct request to admin_main.php.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS