What is the severity of CVE-2015-8974?

CVE-2015-8974 is classified as a high severity SQL injection vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2015-8974?

To fix CVE-2015-8974, upgrade MyBB to version 1.6.18 or 1.8.6 or later.

What versions of MyBB are affected by CVE-2015-8974?

Versions of MyBB before 1.6.18 and all versions in the 1.8.x series prior to 1.8.6 are affected by CVE-2015-8974.

Can CVE-2015-8974 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-8974 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands.

What module in MyBB is affected by CVE-2015-8974?

The Group Promotions module in the admin control panel of MyBB is affected by CVE-2015-8974.

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CVE-2015-8974

critical

CWE

31/1/2017

20/4/2025

CVE-2015-8974: SQL Injection

First published: Tue Jan 31 2017(Updated: )

SQL injection vulnerability in the Group Promotions module in the admin control panel 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 execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors.

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-2015-8974?
CVE-2015-8974 is classified as a high severity SQL injection vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8974?
To fix CVE-2015-8974, upgrade MyBB to version 1.6.18 or 1.8.6 or later.
What versions of MyBB are affected by CVE-2015-8974?
Versions of MyBB before 1.6.18 and all versions in the 1.8.x series prior to 1.8.6 are affected by CVE-2015-8974.
Can CVE-2015-8974 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-8974 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands.
What module in MyBB is affected by CVE-2015-8974?
The Group Promotions module in the admin control panel of MyBB is affected by CVE-2015-8974.

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