CVE-2008-6971

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.

CVSS v2.0

7.5 HIGHAV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

EPSS

7.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, 94th percentile

Published

2009-08-13

Updated

2024-08-07

ExploitDB entries (1)

• https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6392

References

• CVE Record
• NVD entry

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