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CRITICAL · 9.8

CVE-2017-5959

CSRF token bypass in GeniXCMS before 1.0.2 could result in escalation of privileges. The forgotpassword.php page can be used to acquire a token.

Vulnerability Description

CSRF token bypass in GeniXCMS before 1.0.2 could result in escalation of privileges. The forgotpassword.php page can be used to acquire a token.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MetalgenixGenixcms<= 1.0.1

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-352

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-5959?

CVE-2017-5959 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). CSRF token bypass in GeniXCMS before 1.0.2 could result in escalation of privileges. The forgotpassword.php page can be used to acquire a token.

How severe is CVE-2017-5959?

CVE-2017-5959 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2017-5959?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Metalgenix Genixcms.