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CVE ID:CVE-2008-6971
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.
Test IDs: 1.3.6.1.4.1.25623.1.0.900118  
Cross References: Common Vulnerability Exposure (CVE) ID: CVE-2008-6971
BugTraq ID: 31053
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31053
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6392
http://osvdb.org/47945
http://secunia.com/advisories/31750
XForce ISS Database: smf-password-reset-security-bypass(44931)
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44931



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