Vulnerability Description
action.php in SH-News 3.0 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrator privileges by setting the shuser and shpass cookies to non-zero values.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Yarck | Sh-News | 3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29725Exploit
- http://www.shnews.de/change-logVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43123
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5829
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29725Exploit
- http://www.shnews.de/change-logVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43123
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5829
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-6664?
CVE-2008-6664 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). action.php in SH-News 3.0 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrator privileges by setting the shuser and shpass cookies to non-zero values.
How severe is CVE-2008-6664?
CVE-2008-6664 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-2008-6664?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Yarck Sh-News.