Security readout for executives and security teams
Request Tracker had a flaw in how it compared secret values. A remote attacker could potentially use small timing differences to learn sensitive password-related information. The source bundle does not provide a CVSS score or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely in self-hosted Request Tracker deployments still running affected 4.x releases, especially internet-accessible helpdesk or ticketing portals. Evidence in the bundle is limited to RT version ranges and Debian/vendor advisories. Treat as a legacy helpdesk security fix with moderate urgency. Prioritize internet-facing or externally used RT systems, because the issue concerns password-related secrets and remote attackability, even though exploitation evidence is not shown. Mitigation focus: Upgrade RT 4.0.x to 4.0.25 or later.; Upgrade RT 4.2.x to 4.2.14 or later.; Upgrade RT 4.4.x to 4.4.2 or later..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://forum.bestpractical.com/t/security-vulnerabilities-in-rt-2017-06-15/32016CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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