The password reset functionality in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.0.x before 1.0.14, 1.1.x before 1.1.6, and 2.0 before 2.0 beta 4 includes clues about the random number generator state within a hidden form field and generates predictable validation codes, which allows remote attackers to modify passwords of other users and gain privileges.
References
Configurations
Configuration 1 (hide)
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History
21 Nov 2024, 00:57
Type | Values Removed | Values Added |
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References | () http://osvdb.org/47945 - | |
References | () http://secunia.com/advisories/31750 - Vendor Advisory | |
References | () http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31053 - Exploit | |
References | () http://www.simplemachines.org/community/index.php?topic=260145.0 - Patch, Vendor Advisory | |
References | () https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44931 - | |
References | () https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6392 - |
Information
Published : 2009-08-13 16:30
Updated : 2024-11-21 00:57
NVD link : CVE-2008-6971
Mitre link : CVE-2008-6971
CVE.ORG link : CVE-2008-6971
JSON object : View
Products Affected
simplemachines
- smf
CWE
CWE-255
Credentials Management Errors