CVE-2008-6971

HighCVSS 7.5/10Last modified Jun 16, 2026

Description

The password reset functionality in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.0.x before 1.0.14, 1.1.x before 1.1.6, and 2.0 before 2.0 beta 4 includes clues about the random number generator state within a hidden form field and generates predictable validation codes, which allows remote attackers to modify passwords of other users and gain privileges.

Metrics

CVSS 2.0 7.5/10AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

Weakness enumeration

CWE-255

Affected software

No affected versions have been published.

Timeline

Published
Aug 13, 2009
Last modified
Jun 16, 2026
NVD status
Modified

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CVE-2008-6971: High severity, CVSS 7.5 | Vulnix