Description
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.
Public exploits
Exploit or proof-of-concept code for this vulnerability is publicly available, which lowers the bar for attackers. Treat it as a reason to patch sooner.
Third-party code, not reviewed by us. Public PoCs are sometimes fake or contain malware. Read the code first and run it only in an isolated lab, against systems you are authorised to test.
Exploit-DB 1
- Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.1.5 (Windows x86) - Admin Reset Password EDB-6392 · webapps · Sep 6, 2008 · verified
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References
- smf-password-reset-security-bypass(44931) vdb-entry
- 31053 vdb-entry
- 47945 vdb-entry
- 31750 third-party-advisory
- 6392 exploit
- http://www.simplemachines.org/community/index.php?topic=260145.0