Vulnerability Description
engine/lib/users.php in Elgg before 1.8.5 does not properly specify permissions for the useradd action, which allows remote attackers to create arbitrary accounts.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Elgg | Elgg | <= 1.8.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blog.elgg.org/pg/blog/evan/read/209/elgg-185-releasedVendor Advisory
- http://elgg.org/getelgg.php?forward=elgg-1.8.5.zipPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49129Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53623
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75757
- http://blog.elgg.org/pg/blog/evan/read/209/elgg-185-releasedVendor Advisory
- http://elgg.org/getelgg.php?forward=elgg-1.8.5.zipPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49129Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53623
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75757
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-6562?
CVE-2012-6562 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). engine/lib/users.php in Elgg before 1.8.5 does not properly specify permissions for the useradd action, which allows remote attackers to create arbitrary accounts.
How severe is CVE-2012-6562?
CVE-2012-6562 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-2012-6562?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Elgg Elgg.