CVE-2012-5454: Medium severity atutor acontent vulnerability

Published Oct 22, 2012
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Updated

user/indexinlineeditorsubmit.php in ATutor AContent 1.2-1 does not properly restrict access, which allows remote authenticated users to modify arbitrary user passwords via a crafted request. NOTE: this might be due to an incomplete fix for CVE-2012-5168.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ATutor AContent=1.2-1

Event History

Oct 22, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-5454?

CVE-2012-5454 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the risk of user password modification by authenticated users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-5454?

To fix CVE-2012-5454, ensure that access controls are properly implemented in the user/index_inline_editor_submit.php file.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2012-5454?

CVE-2012-5454 specifically affects users of ATutor AContent version 1.2-1.

4

What are the implications of CVE-2012-5454?

The implications of CVE-2012-5454 include the potential for unauthorized password changes, which could compromise user accounts.

5

Is CVE-2012-5454 related to another vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2012-5454 might be related to an incomplete fix for CVE-2012-5168.

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