CVE-2002-0008
First published: Thu Jan 10 2002(Updated: )
Bugzilla before 2.14.1 allows remote attackers to (1) spoof a user comment via an HTTP request to process_bug.cgi using the "who" parameter, instead of the Bugzilla_login cookie, or (2) post a bug as another user by modifying the reporter parameter to enter_bug.cgi, which is passed to post_bug.cgi.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla Bugzilla | <=2.14.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.bugzilla.org/security2_14_1.html
- http://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=108385
- http://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=108516
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-01/0034.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2002-001.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3793
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3794
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7804.php
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7805.php
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0008?
CVE-2002-0008 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its exploitation potential for unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0008?
To fix CVE-2002-0008, upgrade Bugzilla to version 2.14.1 or later.
What types of attacks can CVE-2002-0008 facilitate?
CVE-2002-0008 can facilitate user comment spoofing and allow posting a bug as another user.
Which versions of Bugzilla are affected by CVE-2002-0008?
CVE-2002-0008 affects all Bugzilla versions prior to 2.14.1.
Can CVE-2002-0008 lead to data integrity issues?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2002-0008 can lead to data integrity issues by allowing unauthorized modifications to bug reports.
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