7.4
CWE
918
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-9417: SSRF

First published: Tue Jan 31 2017(Updated: )

The fetch_remote_file function in MyBB (aka MyBulletinBoard) before 1.8.8 and MyBB Merge System before 1.8.8 allows remote attackers to conduct server-side request forgery (SSRF) attacks via unspecified vectors.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
MyBB Merge System<=1.8.7
Mybb Mybb<=1.8.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-9417?

    CVE-2016-9417 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for server-side request forgery.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-9417?

    To fix CVE-2016-9417, you should upgrade MyBB or MyBB Merge System to version 1.8.8 or later.

  • What vulnerabilities does CVE-2016-9417 exploit?

    CVE-2016-9417 exploits the fetch_remote_file function, allowing attackers to carry out server-side request forgery attacks.

  • Which versions of MyBB are affected by CVE-2016-9417?

    CVE-2016-9417 affects MyBB versions prior to 1.8.8, including versions up to 1.8.7.

  • Can CVE-2016-9417 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-9417 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specific vectors.

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