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CVE-2008-6971

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 ran…

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Impact

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.

Affected products

VendorProductAffected versions
SimplemachinesSmf
Versions 1.0.12, 1.0.13, 1.1.4, 1.1.5, 2.0, 2.0-beta2

Weakness classification

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