CVE-2006-1912: XSS
MyBB (MyBulletinBoard) 1.1.0 does not set the constant KILLGLOBAL variable in (1) global.php and (2) inc/init.php, which allows remote attackers to initialize arbitrary variables that are processed by an @extract command, which could then be leveraged to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) or SQL injection attacks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-1912?
CVE-2006-1912 has been classified with a medium severity level due to its potential for cross-site scripting and SQL injection attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1912?
To fix CVE-2006-1912, ensure that the KILL_GLOBAL constant is properly set in both global.php and inc/init.php files.
What types of attacks can CVE-2006-1912 facilitate?
CVE-2006-1912 can facilitate cross-site scripting (XSS) and SQL injection attacks due to the improper handling of arbitrary variables.
Which versions of MyBB are affected by CVE-2006-1912?
CVE-2006-1912 affects MyBB version 1.1.0 specifically.
Is CVE-2006-1912 related to user authentication vulnerabilities?
No, CVE-2006-1912 is primarily a vulnerability involving improper variable initialization, not user authentication.