CVE-2016-7123: CSRF
First published: Fri Sep 02 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in the admin web interface in GNU Mailman before 2.1.15 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of administrators.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| cPanel GNU Mailman | <=2.1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7123?
CVE-2016-7123 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote attackers to hijack administrator authentication.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7123?
To fix CVE-2016-7123, upgrade GNU Mailman to version 2.1.15 or later to mitigate the CSRF vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-7123?
Any installation of GNU Mailman prior to version 2.1.15 is at risk from CVE-2016-7123.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7123?
CVE-2016-7123 is a Cross-site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability targeting the admin web interface.
Can CVE-2016-7123 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-7123 allows remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability to hijack administrator sessions.
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