Vulnerability Description
The SpamBam plugin for WordPress allows remote attackers to bypass restrictions and add blog comments by using server-supplied values to calculate a shared key.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| The Spanner | Spambam Plugin | All versions |
| Wordpress | Spambam Plugin | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4438
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/486333/100/200/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27291
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39690
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4438
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/486333/100/200/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27291
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39690
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4616?
CVE-2008-4616 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The SpamBam plugin for WordPress allows remote attackers to bypass restrictions and add blog comments by using server-supplied values to calculate a shared key.
How severe is CVE-2008-4616?
CVE-2008-4616 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-2008-4616?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: The Spanner Spambam Plugin, Wordpress Spambam Plugin.