CVE-2016-8600
UnknownEPSS 1.75%
Last modified
CVE-2016-8600 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In dotCMS 3.2.1, attacker can load captcha once, fill it with correct value and then this correct value is ok for forms with captcha check later.. EPSS estimates a 1.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In dotCMS 3.2.1, attacker can load captcha once, fill it with correct value and then this correct value is ok for forms with captcha check later.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dotcms | Dotcms | 3.2.1 |
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Oct/63Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/dotCMS/core/issues/9330Vendor Advisory
- https://security.elarlang.eu/cve-2016-8600-dotcms-captcha-bypass-by-reusing-valid-code.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Oct/63Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/dotCMS/core/issues/9330Vendor Advisory
- https://security.elarlang.eu/cve-2016-8600-dotcms-captcha-bypass-by-reusing-valid-code.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-8600?
In dotCMS 3.2.1, attacker can load captcha once, fill it with correct value and then this correct value is ok for forms with captcha check later.
How severe is CVE-2016-8600?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8600 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8600?
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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