CVE-2016-5727
UnknownEPSS 1.53%
Last modified
CVE-2016-5727 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. LogInOut.php in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 2.1 allows remote attackers to conduct PHP object injection attacks and execute arbitrary PHP code via vectors related to variables derived from user input in a foreach loop.. EPSS estimates a 1.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
LogInOut.php in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 2.1 allows remote attackers to conduct PHP object injection attacks and execute arbitrary PHP code via vectors related to variables derived from user input in a foreach loop.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Simplemachines | Simple Machines Forum | 2.1 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/10/7Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/18/1Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/SimpleMachines/SMF2.1/commit/19e560b9f3e8fc6d7d9d60c1ff617b5ed5c08008#diff-513c4f9c501cbefcc14420c01848f23cIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/SimpleMachines/SMF2.1/issues/3522Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/10/7Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/18/1Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/SimpleMachines/SMF2.1/commit/19e560b9f3e8fc6d7d9d60c1ff617b5ed5c08008#diff-513c4f9c501cbefcc14420c01848f23cIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/SimpleMachines/SMF2.1/issues/3522Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-5727?
LogInOut.php in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 2.1 allows remote attackers to conduct PHP object injection attacks and execute arbitrary PHP code via vectors related to variables derived from user input in a foreach loop.
How severe is CVE-2016-5727?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5727 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5727?
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.
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