Vulnerability Description
The account_save action in admin/userinfo.php in wPortfolio 0.3 and earlier does not require authentication and does not require knowledge of the original password, which allows remote attackers to change the admin account password via modified password and password_retype parameters.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wportfolio | Wportfolio | <= 0.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4631
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32384Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3219
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46772
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7170
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4631
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32384Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3219
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46772
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7170
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5221?
CVE-2008-5221 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The account_save action in admin/userinfo.php in wPortfolio 0.3 and earlier does not require authentication and does not require knowledge of the original password, which allows remote attackers to ch...
How severe is CVE-2008-5221?
CVE-2008-5221 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-5221?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wportfolio Wportfolio.