Vulnerability Description
The installation of Geeklog 1.3 creates an extra group_assignments record which is not properly deleted, which causes the first newly created user to be added to the GroupAdmin and UserAdmin groups, which could provide that user with administrative privileges that were not intended.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Geeklog | Geeklog | 1.3 |
References
- http://geeklog.sourceforge.net/index.php?topic=Security
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7780.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/248367PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3783PatchVendor Advisory
- http://geeklog.sourceforge.net/index.php?topic=Security
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7780.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/248367PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3783PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0096?
CVE-2002-0096 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The installation of Geeklog 1.3 creates an extra group_assignments record which is not properly deleted, which causes the first newly created user to be added to the GroupAdmin and UserAdmin groups, w...
How severe is CVE-2002-0096?
CVE-2002-0096 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0096?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Geeklog Geeklog.