Vulnerability Description
The user form processing (userform.py) in MoinMoin before 1.6.3, when using ACLs or a non-empty superusers list, does not properly manage users, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Moinmoin | Moinmoin | 1.6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://hg.moinmo.in/moin/1.6/rev/f405012e67afExploit
- http://moinmo.in/SecurityFixes
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29894Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30160
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200805-09.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28869Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1307/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41909
- http://hg.moinmo.in/moin/1.6/rev/f405012e67afExploit
- http://moinmo.in/SecurityFixes
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29894Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30160
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200805-09.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28869Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1307/references
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1937?
CVE-2008-1937 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The user form processing (userform.py) in MoinMoin before 1.6.3, when using ACLs or a non-empty superusers list, does not properly manage users, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2008-1937?
CVE-2008-1937 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-1937?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Moinmoin Moinmoin.