CVE-2008-2019
First published: Wed Apr 30 2008(Updated: )
Simple Machines Forum (SMF), probably 1.1.4, relies on "randomly generated static" to hinder brute-force attacks on the WAV file (aka audio) CAPTCHA, which allows remote attackers to pass the CAPTCHA test via an automated attack that considers Hamming distances. NOTE: this issue reportedly exists because of an insufficient fix for CVE-2007-3308.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Machine Forum | =1.1.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.rooksecurity.com/blog/?p=6
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28866
- http://www.simplemachines.org/community/index.php?P=c3696c2022b54fa50c5f341bf5710aa3&topic=236816.0
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3836
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42150
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/491128/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2019?
CVE-2008-2019 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential exploitation in brute-force attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2019?
To fix CVE-2008-2019, it is recommended to upgrade Simple Machines Forum to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
What does CVE-2008-2019 exploit in Simple Machines Forum?
CVE-2008-2019 exploits the audio CAPTCHA implementation in Simple Machines Forum, allowing automated bypassing of the CAPTCHA.
Which version of Simple Machines Forum is affected by CVE-2008-2019?
CVE-2008-2019 specifically affects version 1.1.4 of Simple Machines Forum.
What type of attack is possible due to CVE-2008-2019?
CVE-2008-2019 allows remote attackers to perform automated attacks against the audio CAPTCHA.
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