CVE-2023-46919
CVSS 3.1 Score 6.3 of 10 (medium)
Details
Published Dec 27, 2023
Updated: Jan 5, 2024
CWE ID 798
Summary
CVE-2023-46919 affects Phlox's Simple HTTP Server (version 1.8) and Simple HTTP Server PLUS (version 1.8.1-plus). These applications use a hardcoded encryption key (akylSWb2jjrr4dzkYXczKRt7K), making them susceptible to man-in-the-middle attacks. An adversary can intercept and manipulate data during transmission, posing a significant security risk. Users are advised to upgrade to the latest, secure versions of these applications or employ encryption methods with unique keys to mitigate this vulnerability.
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