CVE-2014-4668: The cherokee_validator_ldap_check function in validator_ldap.c in Cherokee 1.2.103 and earlier, when LDAP i...

Security readout for executives and security teams

Cherokee web server could let someone log in to LDAP-protected areas with a blank password. The issue only applies when Cherokee’s LDAP authentication is used. The source bundle does not provide a CVSS score or evidence of active exploitation, but authentication bypass can directly expose protected content or administrative surfaces. Exposure is likely limited to systems running Cherokee 1.2.103 or earlier with LDAP-based authentication enabled. Internet-facing protected routes, administrative interfaces, or internal portals behind Cherokee LDAP validation are the main concern. Treat as urgent where Cherokee LDAP authentication protects sensitive or administrative access. If Cherokee is not deployed, or LDAP authentication is unused, business exposure is low. Prioritize inventory first because the public metadata lacks severity scoring. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Cherokee using applicable vendor or distribution security advisories.; Apply the upstream fix referenced by the Cherokee GitHub commit where package updates are unavailable.; Disable Cherokee LDAP authentication on exposed routes until fixed, if operations allow..

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Jun 14, 2026, 13:53 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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