CVE-2011-4962: Input Validation
First published: Mon Sep 17 2012(Updated: )
`code/sitefeatures/PageCommentInterface.php` in SilverStripe 2.4.x before 2.4.6 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted cookie in a user comment submission, which is not properly handled when it is deserialized.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| composer/silverstripe/cms | >=2.4.0<2.4.6 | 2.4.6 |
| SilverStripe CMS | =2.4.0 | |
| SilverStripe CMS | =2.4.1 | |
| SilverStripe CMS | =2.4.2 | |
| SilverStripe CMS | =2.4.3 | |
| SilverStripe CMS | =2.4.4 | |
| SilverStripe CMS | =2.4.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/04/30/1
- http://doc.silverstripe.org/framework/en/trunk/changelogs/2.4.6
- https://github.com/silverstripe/silverstripe-cms/commit/d15e850
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/04/30/3
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2011-4962
- https://github.com/silverstripe/silverstripe-cms/commit/d15e8509b01ff2dbbe3028a055021a29b1065b22
- https://web.archive.org/web/20120621234353/http://doc.silverstripe.org/framework/en/trunk/changelogs/2.4.6
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-gv6c-59h4-9pmg (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-4962?
CVE-2011-4962 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4962?
To fix CVE-2011-4962, upgrade SilverStripe to version 2.4.6 or later.
Which versions of SilverStripe are affected by CVE-2011-4962?
CVE-2011-4962 affects SilverStripe versions 2.4.0 through 2.4.5.
Can CVE-2011-4962 lead to data loss?
Yes, CVE-2011-4962 can potentially lead to data loss or compromise, as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
What component of SilverStripe is impacted by CVE-2011-4962?
CVE-2011-4962 impacts the PageCommentInterface.php component of SilverStripe.
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