Improper Input Validation in Exponent CMS Affects Multiple Versions
CVE-2016-9023

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Exponentcms

Status
Exponent Cms
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 December 2020

What is CVE-2016-9023?

Exponent CMS, a content management system, is susceptible to an input validation vulnerability located in cron/find_help.php. This flaw exists in versions prior to 2.6.0, where inadequate validation of user inputs can potentially allow unauthorized access or manipulation, leading to various security issues. Users are encouraged to update to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://github.com/exponentcms/exponent-cms/commit/a8efd9...
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https://exponentcms.lighthouseapp.com/projects/61783/chan...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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