CVE-2016-4808: CSRF

Published Jan 11, 2017
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Updated

Web2py versions 2.14.5 and below was affected by CSRF (Cross Site Request Forgery) vulnerability, which allows an attacker to trick a logged in user to perform some unwanted actions i.e An attacker can trick an victim to disable the installed application just by sending a URL to victim.

Other sources

Web2py versions 2.14.5 and below was affected by CSRF (Cross Site Request Forgery) vulnerability, which allows an attacker to trick a logged-in administrator into performing unwanted actions i.e An attacker can trick a victim into disable the installed application just by visiting a URL.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
pip/web2py<=2.14.5
2.14.6
Web2py Web2py<=2.14.5

Event History

Jan 11, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
May 17, 2022
Advisory Published
03:03 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4808?

CVE-2016-4808 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow CSRF attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-4808?

To fix CVE-2016-4808, upgrade your web2py installation to version 2.14.6 or later.

3

What versions of web2py are affected by CVE-2016-4808?

CVE-2016-4808 affects web2py versions 2.14.5 and below.

4

What kind of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2016-4808?

CVE-2016-4808 can enable attackers to execute Cross Site Request Forgery attacks, tricking users into performing unwanted actions.

5

Who is impacted by CVE-2016-4808?

Users of web2py versions 2.14.5 and below who are logged in can be impacted by CVE-2016-4808.

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