CVE-2016-10082: Critical severity serendipity vulnerability

Published Dec 30, 2016
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Updated

include/functionsinstaller.inc.php in Serendipity through 2.0.5 is vulnerable to File Inclusion and a possible Code Execution attack during a first-time installation because it fails to sanitize the dbType POST parameter before adding it to an include() call in the bundled-libs/serendipitygenerateFTPChecksums.php file.

Affected Software

1 affected component
S9Y serendipity<=2.0.5

Event History

Dec 30, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:08 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:08 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-10082?

CVE-2016-10082 is rated as a critical vulnerability that can lead to file inclusion and potential code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-10082?

To fix CVE-2016-10082, upgrade to Serendipity version 2.0.6 or later that addresses the vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2016-10082?

CVE-2016-10082 affects users running Serendipity versions up to and including 2.0.5.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2016-10082 allow?

CVE-2016-10082 allows for file inclusion vulnerabilities that can lead to code execution during installation.

5

When was CVE-2016-10082 reported?

CVE-2016-10082 was reported in 2016, with versions affected including Serendipity through 2.0.5.

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