CVE-2015-5660: CSRF
First published: Fri Oct 16 2015(Updated: )
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in eXtplorer before 2.1.8 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of arbitrary users for requests that execute PHP code.
Credit: vultures@jpcert.or.jp
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla Explorer | <=2.1.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5660?
CVE-2015-5660 is considered a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on user authentication.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5660?
To fix CVE-2015-5660, upgrade eXtplorer to version 2.1.8 or later.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2015-5660?
CVE-2015-5660 allows attackers to perform cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks to hijack user sessions.
What versions of eXtplorer are affected by CVE-2015-5660?
CVE-2015-5660 affects eXtplorer versions prior to 2.1.8.
Is CVE-2015-5660 a common vulnerability?
CVE-2015-5660 is a known vulnerability that has been identified in various instances of eXtplorer.
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