Vulnerability Description
engine/lib/access.php in Elgg before 1.8.5 does not properly clear cached access lists during plugin boot, which allows remote attackers to read private entities via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
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-releasedPatchVendor Advisory
- http://elgg.org/getelgg.php?forward=elgg-1.8.5.zipPatch
- 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-releasedPatchVendor Advisory
- http://elgg.org/getelgg.php?forward=elgg-1.8.5.zipPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49129Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53623
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75757
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-6563?
CVE-2012-6563 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). engine/lib/access.php in Elgg before 1.8.5 does not properly clear cached access lists during plugin boot, which allows remote attackers to read private entities via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2012-6563?
CVE-2012-6563 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-6563?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Elgg Elgg.