CVE-2008-4614 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.5 Published 20 Oct 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can create and delete forums, topics, and replies without authentication due to missing access controls.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2008-4614?

CVE-2008-4614 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Oct 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

PortalApp 4.0 does not require authentication for (1) forums.asp and (2) content.asp, which allows remote attackers to create and delete forums, topics, and replies.

Weakness: CWE-287

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-4614?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Portalapp Portalapp.

How do I fix CVE-2008-4614?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-4614 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2008-4614 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-4614 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-3vrg-2f3w-9cc4.