CVE-2014-2875: The session.lua library in CGILua 5.2 alpha 1 and 5.2 alpha 2 uses weak session IDs generated based on OS t...

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CVE-2014-2875 concerns weak session IDs in CGILua 5.2 alpha 1 and alpha 2. If an application uses the affected session.lua library for logins, an attacker could guess session IDs and take over user sessions. The main business risk is unauthorized account access in legacy Lua-based web applications. Exposure appears limited to systems using CGILua 5.2 alpha 1 or 5.2 alpha 2 session.lua for web session management. The source bundle does not identify packaged CPEs, downstream products, or supported deployment platforms. Prioritize if legacy CGILua applications still handle authentication or sensitive user data. For organizations without CGILua 5.2 alpha deployments, urgency is low. Evidence is incomplete on patch status and real-world exploitation. Mitigation focus: Inventory applications using CGILua 5.2 alpha 1 or alpha 2.; Check CGILua or vendor guidance for fixed session handling.; Replace time-based session ID generation with cryptographically strong randomness..

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Jun 6, 2026, 02:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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