#VU49212 Observable response discrepancy in PHP-Fusion


Published: 2021-01-03 | Updated: 2021-01-03

Vulnerability identifier: #VU49212

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-35952

CWE-ID: CWE-204

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
PHP-Fusion
Web applications / CMS

Vendor: PHP-Fusion

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to PHP-Fusion generates error messages that distinguish between incorrect username and incorrect password. A remote attacker can enumerate existing user accounts.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

PHP-Fusion: 9.0 - 9.03.90


External links
http://github.com/PHPFusion/PHPFusion/issues/2346


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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