CVE-2012-6710: Critical severity joomla explorer vulnerability
Published Oct 7, 2018
·Updated
extfinduser in eXtplorer through 2.1.2 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a password[]= (aka an empty array) in an action=login request to index.php.
Affected Software
1 affected component
eXtplorer extplorer<=2.1.2
Event History
Oct 7, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-6710?
CVE-2012-6710 has a critical severity rating as it allows remote attackers to bypass authentication.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-6710?
To fix CVE-2012-6710, upgrade to a version of eXtplorer that is greater than 2.1.2.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-6710?
CVE-2012-6710 is an authentication bypass vulnerability.
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Who is affected by CVE-2012-6710?
Any user of eXtplorer version 2.1.2 or earlier is affected by CVE-2012-6710.
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What systems or platforms are impacted by CVE-2012-6710?
CVE-2012-6710 impacts systems running eXtplorer integrated with Joomla.