CVE-2015-7808: Input Validation
First published: Tue Nov 24 2015(Updated: )
The vB_Api_Hook::decodeArguments method in vBulletin 5 Connect 5.1.2 through 5.1.9 allows remote attackers to conduct PHP object injection attacks and execute arbitrary PHP code via a crafted serialized object in the arguments parameter to ajax/api/hook/decodeArguments.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| vBulletin | =5.0.0 | |
| vBulletin | =5.0.1 | |
| vBulletin | =5.0.2 | |
| vBulletin | =5.0.3 | |
| vBulletin | =5.0.4 | |
| vBulletin | =5.0.5 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.0 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.0-rc1 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.1 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.2 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.2-beta1 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.2-rc1 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.2-rc2 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.3 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.3-alpha5 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.4 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.5 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.6 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.7 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.8 | |
| vBulletin | =5.1.9 |
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Reference Links
- http://blog.checkpoint.com/2015/11/05/check-point-discovers-critical-vbulletin-0-day/
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134331/vBulletin-5.1.2-Unserialize-Code-Execution.html
- http://pastie.org/pastes/10527766/text?key=wq1hgkcj4afb9ipqzllsq
- http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/exploit/multi/http/vbulletin_unserialize
- https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/11/vbulletin-exploits-in-the-wild.html
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/38629/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-7808?
CVE-2015-7808 is considered a critical vulnerability that allows remote attackers to conduct PHP object injection attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7808?
To fix CVE-2015-7808, upgrade to a patched version of vBulletin, specifically versions 5.1.10 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2015-7808?
CVE-2015-7808 affects vBulletin versions 5.1.2 through 5.1.9 and earlier versions.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2015-7808?
CVE-2015-7808 allows attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a crafted serialized object.
Is CVE-2015-7808 easy to exploit?
Yes, CVE-2015-7808 can be easily exploited if the application is not properly secured against input sanitization.
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