CVE-2015-8973
First published: Tue Jan 31 2017(Updated: )
xmlhttp.php in MyBB (aka MyBulletinBoard) before 1.6.18 and 1.8.x before 1.8.6 and MyBB Merge System before 1.8.6 allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via vectors related to the forum password.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MyBB | <=1.8.5 | |
| MyBB | <=1.6.17 | |
| MyBB | =1.8.0 | |
| MyBB | =1.8.1 | |
| MyBB | =1.8.2 | |
| MyBB | =1.8.3 | |
| MyBB | =1.8.4 | |
| MyBB | =1.8.5 | |
| <=1.8.5 | ||
| <=1.6.17 | ||
| =1.8.0 | ||
| =1.8.1 | ||
| =1.8.2 | ||
| =1.8.3 | ||
| =1.8.4 | ||
| =1.8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8973?
CVE-2015-8973 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability that allows remote attackers to bypass access restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8973?
To mitigate CVE-2015-8973, upgrade to MyBB version 1.6.18 or later for 1.6.x and to 1.8.6 or later for 1.8.x.
Which versions of MyBB are affected by CVE-2015-8973?
CVE-2015-8973 affects MyBB versions prior to 1.6.18 and 1.8.x before 1.8.6.
Can CVE-2015-8973 affect MyBB Merge System?
Yes, CVE-2015-8973 also affects the MyBB Merge System versions prior to 1.8.6.
What type of attack does CVE-2015-8973 enable?
CVE-2015-8973 enables remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions related to the forum password.
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