CVE-2008-6971 (GCVE-0-2008-6971)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2009-08-13 16:00 – Updated: 2024-08-07 11:49
VLAI?
Summary
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.
Severity ?
No CVSS data available.
CWE
- n/a
Assigner
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Nomenclature
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- Patched: The vulnerability was observed as successfully patched by the user who reported the sighting.
- Not exploited: The vulnerability was not observed as exploited by the user who reported the sighting.
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