CVE-2009-3635: Typo3/cms TYPO3 Install Tool Subcomponent Allows Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-hwrc-w5gg-f335
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CWE-287
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2009-3635 is a MODERATE typo3 install tool subcomponent allows vulnerability (CWE-287: Improper Authentication) affecting Typo3/cms libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves typo3 install tool subcomponent allows access using only a password's md5 hash as a credential. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 4.1.13, 4.2.10, 4.3beta2.

CVE-2009-3635 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2009-3635
GHSA Identifier GHSA-hwrc-w5gg-f335
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-287: Improper Authentication
Affected Product Typo3/cms
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2009-3635

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Typo3/cms dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

typo3/cms fixed: Latest secure release 
Upgrade typo3/cms to Latest secure release
typo3/cms fixed: 4.1.13 
Upgrade typo3/cms to 4.1.13
typo3/cms fixed: 4.2.10 
Upgrade typo3/cms to 4.2.10
typo3/cms fixed: 4.3beta2 
Upgrade typo3/cms to 4.3beta2
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

inspect dependencies for typo3/cms

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2009-3635, inspect your project dependencies for Typo3/cms:

inspect dependencies for typo3/cms

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Typo3/cms in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 4.1.13), your application is affected.

Note: Verify declared build manifests and deployed runtime container environments.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-287: Improper Authentication, where when an actor claims to have a given identity, the product does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct. In Typo3/cms, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

The Install Tool subcomponent in TYPO3 4.0.13 and earlier, 4.1.x before 4.1.13, 4.2.x before 4.2.10, and 4.3.x before 4.3beta2 allows remote attackers to gain access by using only the password's md5 hash as a credential.

CVE-2009-3635 Affected Typo3/cms Versions

4 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
4.1.134.2.104.3beta2
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
typo3/cms
 Packagist
≤ 4.0.13
typo3/cms
 Packagist
≥ 4.1.0
< 4.1.13
4.1.13
typo3/cms
 Packagist
≥ 4.2.0
< 4.2.10
4.2.10
typo3/cms
 Packagist
≥ 4.3beta1
< 4.3beta2
4.3beta2

References

NVD — CVE-2009-3635 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2009-3635
exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/539... WEB
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53928
Typo3/cms Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/TYPO3/typo3
Typo3/cms Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20100105023145/http://typo3.org/teams/security/security-bulletins/typo3-sa-2009-016
Typo3/cms Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20200229210314/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36801
marc.info/ WEB
http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=125632856206736&w=2
Typo3/cms Security Information SECURITY
http://typo3.org/teams/security/security-bulletins/typo3-sa-2009-016

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-3635?
CVE-2009-3635 is a security vulnerability in Typo3/cms involving TYPO3 Install Tool Subcomponent Allows Access Using Only a Password's MD5 Hash as a Credential under CWE-287: Improper Authentication.
Which Typo3/cms versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 4.1.13, 4.2.10, 4.3beta2 across affected packages: typo3/cms.
What version fixes CVE-2009-3635?
Upgrading to 4.1.13, 4.2.10, 4.3beta2 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is typo3/cms affected?
Yes, typo3/cms is affected in releases prior to Latest secure release, 4.1.13, 4.2.10, 4.3beta2. Upgrade your dependency to Latest secure release, 4.1.13, 4.2.10, 4.3beta2 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2009-3635?
CVE-2009-3635 is classified under CWE-287: Improper Authentication (When an actor claims to have a given identity, the product does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct.).
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2009-3635?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for typo3/cms'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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