CVE-2009-4927

Name: CVE-2009-4927
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-07-12T13:27:16.08+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.48%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-4927 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WB News 2.1.2 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrative access via a modified WBNEWS cookie, as demonstrated by setting this cookie to 1.. EPSS estimates a 2.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

WB News 2.1.2 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrative access via a modified WBNEWS cookie, as demonstrated by setting this cookie to 1.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.48%

82.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Webmobo	Wbnews	2.1.2

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/34822Vendor Advisory
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8492
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34609Exploit
http://secunia.com/advisories/34822Vendor Advisory
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8492
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34609Exploit

Timeline

Published: Jul 12, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-4927?

WB News 2.1.2 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrative access via a modified WBNEWS cookie, as demonstrated by setting this cookie to 1.

How severe is CVE-2009-4927?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-4927 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-4927?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2009-4927?

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Source: NVD / NIST