CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2003-1424

First published: Wed Dec 31 2003(Updated: )

message.php in Petitforum does not properly authenticate users, which allows remote attackers to impersonate forum users via a modified connect cookie.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Petitforum

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-1424?

    CVE-2003-1424 is considered to have a high severity rating due to the ease of exploitation and potential for user impersonation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-1424?

    To fix CVE-2003-1424, it is recommended to update Petitforum to the latest version that addresses the authentication vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2003-1424?

    Users of Petitforum who use message.php without proper security updates are affected by CVE-2003-1424.

  • What are the implications of CVE-2003-1424?

    The implications of CVE-2003-1424 include unauthorized access to user accounts and potential misuse of forum features.

  • Is CVE-2003-1424 still a risk today?

    While CVE-2003-1424 was reported in 2003, any instance of Petitforum using the vulnerable version remains at risk if not patched.

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