CVE-2006-0888: Low severity Invision Power Services Invision Power Board vulnerability

Published Feb 25, 2006
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Updated

index.php in Invision Power Board (IPB) 2.0.1, with Code Confirmation disabled, allows remote attackers to cause an unspecified denial of service by registering a large number of users.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Invision Power Services Invision Power Board=2.0.1

Event History

Feb 25, 2006
CVE Published
11:02 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-0888?

CVE-2006-0888 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential for denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-0888?

To address CVE-2006-0888, enable Code Confirmation in Invision Power Board or upgrade to a more secure version if available.

3

What versions of Invision Power Board are affected by CVE-2006-0888?

CVE-2006-0888 specifically affects Invision Power Board version 2.0.1.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2006-0888 involve?

CVE-2006-0888 involves a denial of service attack that results from allowing the registration of a high volume of users.

5

Can CVE-2006-0888 affect my website's availability?

Yes, CVE-2006-0888 can significantly impact your website's availability if exploited due to excessive user registrations.

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