CVE-2007-2249: Medium severity Phorum Phorum vulnerability

Published Apr 25, 2007
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Updated

include/controlcenter/users.php in Phorum before 5.1.22 allows remote authenticated moderators to gain privileges via a modified (1) userids POST parameter or (2) userdata array.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Phorum Phorum<=5.1.20

Event History

Apr 25, 2007
CVE Published
04:19 PM
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-2249?

CVE-2007-2249 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability that allows privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-2249?

To remediate CVE-2007-2249, you should upgrade Phorum to version 5.1.22 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2007-2249?

CVE-2007-2249 affects remote authenticated moderators using Phorum versions prior to 5.1.22.

4

What does CVE-2007-2249 exploit?

CVE-2007-2249 exploits vulnerabilities in the user_ids POST parameter and userdata array in Phorum.

5

What are the consequences of CVE-2007-2249?

The consequences of CVE-2007-2249 include unauthorized privilege escalation for moderated users.

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