CVE-2008-1937
First published: Thu Apr 24 2008(Updated: )
The user form processing (userform.py) in MoinMoin before 1.6.3, when using ACLs or a non-empty superusers list, does not properly manage users, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| pip/moin | <1.6.3 | 1.6.3 |
| Mastodon | =1.6.0 | |
| Mastodon | =1.6.1 | |
| Mastodon | =1.6.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://hg.moinmo.in/moin/1.6/rev/f405012e67af
- http://moinmo.in/SecurityFixes
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28869
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29894
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200805-09.xml
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30160
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1307/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41909
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2008-1937
- https://web.archive.org/web/20080628213526/http://secunia.com/advisories/29894
- https://web.archive.org/web/20080724211750/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28869
- https://web.archive.org/web/20081002145815/http://hg.moinmo.in/moin/1.6/rev/f405012e67af
- https://web.archive.org/web/20081007072837/http://secunia.com/advisories/30160
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-rqxp-6926-hphr (Advisory)
- https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/moin/PYSEC-2008-12.yaml
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1937?
CVE-2008-1937 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to gain unauthorized privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1937?
To fix CVE-2008-1937, upgrade MoinMoin to version 1.6.3 or later.
Which versions of MoinMoin are affected by CVE-2008-1937?
CVE-2008-1937 affects MoinMoin versions 1.6.0, 1.6.1, and 1.6.2.
What component is vulnerable in CVE-2008-1937?
The vulnerability in CVE-2008-1937 is found in the user form processing module, userform.py.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2008-1937?
CVE-2008-1937 enables remote attackers to exploit user management flaws, resulting in privilege escalation.
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