Vulnerability Description
BlogPHP 2.0 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication, and post (1) messages or (2) comments as an arbitrary user, via a modified blogphp_username field in a cookie.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Blogphp | Blogphp | 2.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30165Vendor Advisory
- http://www.davidsopas.com/soapbox/blogphp.txt
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29133
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42372
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30165Vendor Advisory
- http://www.davidsopas.com/soapbox/blogphp.txt
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29133
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42372
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-2524?
CVE-2008-2524 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). BlogPHP 2.0 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication, and post (1) messages or (2) comments as an arbitrary user, via a modified blogphp_username field in a cookie.
How severe is CVE-2008-2524?
CVE-2008-2524 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-2524?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Blogphp Blogphp.