Vulnerability Description
The File module in Drupal 7.x before 7.43 and 8.x before 8.0.4 allows remote authenticated users to bypass access restrictions and read, delete, or substitute a link to a file uploaded to an unprocessed form by leveraging permission to create content or comment and upload files.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Drupal | Drupal | 7.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3498
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/24/19
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/03/15/10
- https://www.drupal.org/SA-CORE-2016-001PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3498
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/24/19
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/03/15/10
- https://www.drupal.org/SA-CORE-2016-001PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3162?
CVE-2016-3162 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). The File module in Drupal 7.x before 7.43 and 8.x before 8.0.4 allows remote authenticated users to bypass access restrictions and read, delete, or substitute a link to a file uploaded to an unprocess...
How severe is CVE-2016-3162?
CVE-2016-3162 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-3162?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Drupal Drupal, Debian Debian Linux.