CVE-2016-9081
First published: Mon Jan 23 2017(Updated: )
Joomla! 3.4.4 through 3.6.3 allows attackers to reset username, password, and user group assignments and possibly perform other user account modifications via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | =3.4.4 | |
| Joomla | =3.4.5 | |
| Joomla | =3.4.6 | |
| Joomla | =3.4.7 | |
| Joomla | =3.4.8 | |
| Joomla | =3.4.8-rc | |
| Joomla | =3.5.0 | |
| Joomla | =3.5.0-beta | |
| Joomla | =3.5.0-beta2 | |
| Joomla | =3.5.0-beta3 | |
| Joomla | =3.5.0-beta4 | |
| Joomla | =3.5.0-beta5 | |
| Joomla | =3.5.0-rc | |
| Joomla | =3.5.0-rc2 | |
| Joomla | =3.5.0-rc3 | |
| Joomla | =3.5.0-rc4 | |
| Joomla | =3.5.1 | |
| Joomla | =3.5.1-rc | |
| Joomla | =3.5.1-rc2 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.0 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.0-alpha | |
| Joomla | =3.6.0-beta1 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.0-beta2 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.0-rc | |
| Joomla | =3.6.0-rc2 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.1 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.1-rc1 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.1-rc2 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.2 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.3 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.3-rc1 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.3-rc2 | |
| Joomla | =3.6.3-rc3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9081?
CVE-2016-9081 is considered a critical vulnerability that allows unauthorized modifications to user accounts.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9081?
To fix CVE-2016-9081, upgrade your Joomla! installation to a version equal to or greater than 3.6.4.
What versions of Joomla! are affected by CVE-2016-9081?
Joomla! versions 3.4.4 through 3.6.3 are affected by CVE-2016-9081.
What types of modifications can be performed due to CVE-2016-9081?
CVE-2016-9081 allows attackers to reset usernames, passwords, and user group assignments.
Can CVE-2016-9081 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-9081 can be exploited remotely if the attacker can access the vulnerable Joomla! installation.
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