7.5
CWE
200
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-9414: Infoleak

First published: Tue Jan 31 2017(Updated: )

MyBB (aka MyBulletinBoard) before 1.8.7 and MyBB Merge System before 1.8.7 allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by leveraging missing directory listing protection in upload directories.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
MyBB Merge System<=1.8.6
Mybb Mybb<=1.8.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-9414?

    CVE-2016-9414 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-9414?

    To fix CVE-2016-9414, upgrade MyBB or MyBB Merge System to version 1.8.7 or later.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2016-9414?

    CVE-2016-9414 allows remote attackers to access sensitive information due to insufficient directory listing protection.

  • Which versions of MyBB are affected by CVE-2016-9414?

    MyBB versions before 1.8.7, specifically up to 1.8.6, are affected by CVE-2016-9414.

  • Is the MyBB Merge System vulnerable to CVE-2016-9414?

    Yes, MyBB Merge System versions prior to 1.8.7 are also vulnerable to CVE-2016-9414.

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