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CVE-2008-6971

HIGH CVSS: 7.5 Published: 2009-08-13 Modified: 2026-06-16

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.

Affected Platforms

Simplemachines Smf

Weakness Type

CWE-255

References