bl-kernel/security.class.php in Bludit 3.9.2 allows attackers to bypass a brute-force protection mechanism by using many different forged X-Forwarded-For or Client-IP HTTP headers.
The product does not implement sufficient measures to prevent multiple failed authentication attempts within a short time frame.
| Name | Vendor | Start Version | End Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bludit | Bludit | 3.9.2 (including) | 3.9.2 (including) |
Common protection mechanisms include:
Use a vetted library or framework that does not allow this weakness to occur or provides constructs that make this weakness easier to avoid [REF-1482].
Consider using libraries with authentication capabilities such as OpenSSL or the ESAPI Authenticator. [REF-45]