CVE-2007-2546: Medium severity Simple Machines Simple Machines Forum vulnerability
Published May 9, 2007
·Updated
Session fixation vulnerability in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.1.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to hijack web sessions by setting the PHPSESSID parameter.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Simple Machines Simple Machines Forum<=1.1.2
Event History
May 9, 2007
CVE Published
10:19 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2007-2546?
CVE-2007-2546 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its impact on session management.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-2546?
To fix CVE-2007-2546, upgrade to Simple Machines Forum version 1.1.3 or later that addresses this session fixation issue.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2007-2546?
CVE-2007-2546 affects Simple Machines Forum versions 1.1.2 and earlier.
4
Can CVE-2007-2546 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2007-2546 can allow attackers to hijack user sessions, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data breaches.
5
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-2546?
There is no standalone patch for CVE-2007-2546; the recommended solution is to upgrade to a secure version of the software.