CVE-2009-3261 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.5 Published 18 Sep 2009 Updated 16 Sep 2024

Remote attackers can delete database tables in LiveStreet CMS because the update script lacks administrative authentication checks.

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-2009-3261?

CVE-2009-3261 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 Sep 2009. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

update/update_0.1.2_to_0.2.php in LiveStreet 0.2 does not require administrative authentication, which allows remote attackers to perform DROP TABLE operations via unspecified vectors.

Weakness: CWE-287

Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-3261?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Livestreet Livestreet.

How do I fix CVE-2009-3261?

No fix has been published for CVE-2009-3261 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-2009-3261 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2009-3261 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-gcv4-v78m-cc85.