8.8
CWE
352
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-15733: CSRF

First published: Sat Oct 21 2017(Updated: )

In phpMyFAQ before 2.9.9, there is Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) in admin/ajax.attachment.php and admin/att.main.php.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
phpMyFAQ<=2.9.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-15733?

    CVE-2017-15733 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF).

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-15733?

    To fix CVE-2017-15733, upgrade phpMyFAQ to version 2.9.9 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.

  • What specific components are affected by CVE-2017-15733?

    CVE-2017-15733 affects the admin/ajax.attachment.php and admin/att.main.php components of phpMyFAQ.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-15733?

    CVE-2017-15733 is classified as a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability.

  • Is there a known exploit for CVE-2017-15733?

    While specific exploits for CVE-2017-15733 have not been detailed, the nature of CSRF vulnerabilities can allow unauthorized commands to be executed.

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