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CVE-2008-5670

Textpattern (aka Txp CMS) 4.0.5 does not ask for the old password during a passw...

Medium CVSS 6.8

Overview

Textpattern (aka Txp CMS) 4.0.5 does not ask for the old password during a password reset, which makes it easier for remote attackers to change a password after hijacking a session.

CWE: CWE-255 Published: 2008-12-19T01:52:02.593
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟡 MEDIUM.

  • CVSS: 6.8 (MEDIUM)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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