CVE-2011-2155
CWE-287Published: May 20, 2011· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
Official Description
Login.aspx in the SmarterTools SmarterStats 6.0 web server generates a ctl00$MPH$txtPassword password form field without disabling the autocomplete feature, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication by leveraging an unattended workstation.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2011-2155 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-287): Authentication bypass vulnerabilities allow attackers to access protected resources without valid credentials.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2011-2155 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts