CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-9023: Input Validation

First published: Thu Dec 31 2020(Updated: )

Exponent CMS before 2.6.0 has improper input validation in cron/find_help.php.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Exponentcms Exponent Cms<2.6.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-9023?

    CVE-2016-9023 has a low severity level due to improper input validation in Exponent CMS.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-9023?

    To fix CVE-2016-9023, upgrade Exponent CMS to version 2.6.0 or later.

  • What versions of Exponent CMS are affected by CVE-2016-9023?

    Exponent CMS versions prior to 2.6.0 are affected by CVE-2016-9023.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2016-9023?

    The impact of CVE-2016-9023 is a potential vulnerability to security issues due to improper input validation.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-9023 if I cannot upgrade?

    There is no official workaround for CVE-2016-9023, so upgrading is the recommended action.

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