CVE-2014-8670: Medium severity vbulletin vulnerability

Published Nov 6, 2014
·
Updated

Open redirect vulnerability in go.php in vBulletin 4.2.1 allows remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary web sites and conduct phishing attacks via a URL in the url parameter.

Affected Software

1 affected component
vBulletin vBulletin=4.2.1

Event History

Nov 6, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-8670?

CVE-2014-8670 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for phishing attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-8670?

To fix CVE-2014-8670, you should upgrade vBulletin to the latest version that patches this open redirect vulnerability.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-8670?

CVE-2014-8670 is an open redirect vulnerability that allows attackers to redirect users to arbitrary websites.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2014-8670?

CVE-2014-8670 affects vBulletin version 4.2.1, which is used in various online forums and communities.

5

What can attackers do with CVE-2014-8670?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2014-8670 to conduct phishing attacks by redirecting users to malicious websites.

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