CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2019-3579: Infoleak

First published: Thu Jun 06 2019(Updated: )

MyBB 1.8.19 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information because it discloses the username upon receiving a password-reset request that lacks the code parameter.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mybb Mybb=1.18.19

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2019-3579?

    CVE-2019-3579 is a vulnerability in MyBB 1.8.19 that allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by disclosing the username in a password-reset request without the code parameter.

  • How does CVE-2019-3579 affect MyBB?

    CVE-2019-3579 affects MyBB version 1.8.19, allowing remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-3579?

    CVE-2019-3579 has a severity rating of medium, with a severity value of 5.3.

  • How can I fix CVE-2019-3579?

    To fix CVE-2019-3579, you should update MyBB to version 1.8.20 or later, which was released as a security maintenance release.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-3579?

    You can find more information about CVE-2019-3579 on the MyBB blog at https://blog.mybb.com/ and specifically at https://blog.mybb.com/2019/02/27/mybb-1-8-20-released-security-maintenance-release/.

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