CVE-2008-4929: High severity mybb vulnerability
Published Nov 4, 2008
·Updated
MyBB (aka MyBulletinBoard) 1.4.2 uses insufficient randomness to compose filenames of uploaded files used as attachments, which makes it easier for remote attackers to read these files by guessing filenames.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Mybb Mybb=1.4.2
Event History
Nov 4, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4929?
CVE-2008-4929 has a medium severity level due to the potential for information disclosure.
2
How do I fix CVE-2008-4929?
Fix CVE-2008-4929 by upgrading to a later version of MyBB that addresses the insufficient randomness in filename generation.
3
What are the consequences of CVE-2008-4929?
The consequences of CVE-2008-4929 include unauthorized access to uploaded files if their filenames can be guessed.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2008-4929?
Users of MyBB version 1.4.2 are affected by CVE-2008-4929.
5
Is there a patch available for CVE-2008-4929?
There is no specific patch, but upgrading to a newer version of MyBB resolves the vulnerability associated with CVE-2008-4929.