6.5CVSSMEDIUM
Description
The rootpw plugin in rPath Appliance Platform Agent 2 and 3 does not re-validate requests from a browser with a valid administrator session, including requests to change the password, which makes it easier for physically proximate attackers to gain privileges and maintain control over the administrator account.
CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:AAccess VectorAdjacent Network
AC:HAccess ComplexityHigh
Au:SAuthenticationSingle
Impact
C:CConfidentialityComplete
I:CIntegrityComplete
A:CAvailabilityComplete
Weaknesses
Affected Products
Exploitability
No known exploits, KEV entries, or remediation guidance available for this vulnerability yet.
References
Timeline
Published
May 12, 2008
Last Updated
Apr 23, 2026
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