CVE-2016-3165: Form API ignores access restrictions on submit buttons
Form API ignores access restrictions on submit buttons
Other sources
The Form API in Drupal 6.x before 6.38 ignores access restrictions on submit buttons, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by leveraging permission to submit a form with a button that has "#access" set to FALSE in the server-side form definition.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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composer/drupal/drupalto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.38 - Upgrade
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composer/drupal/coreto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.38 - Upgrade
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composer/drupal/coreto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 8.0.4 - Upgrade
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composer/drupal/drupalto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 8.0.4
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3165?
CVE-2016-3165 is categorized as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3165?
To fix CVE-2016-3165, upgrade to Drupal version 6.38 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2016-3165?
CVE-2016-3165 affects Drupal versions 6.x prior to 6.38.
What does CVE-2016-3165 allow an attacker to do?
CVE-2016-3165 allows attackers to bypass access restrictions on submit buttons.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2016-3165?
Yes, the patch for CVE-2016-3165 is included in Drupal version 6.38.