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Test ID:1.3.6.1.4.1.25623.1.0.800777
Category:Web application abuses
Title:XOOPS Profiles Module Activation Security Bypass Vulnerability
Summary:XOOPS is prone to a security bypass vulnerability.
Description:Summary:
XOOPS is prone to a security bypass vulnerability.

Vulnerability Insight:
The flaw exists due to the error in the 'activate.php' script which does not
verify the activation type when resending the activation email.

Vulnerability Impact:
Successful exploitation will allow remote attackers to activate their accounts
without requiring approval from the administrator.

Affected Software/OS:
XOOPS version prior to 2.4.1

Solution:
Upgrade to the XOOPS version 2.4.1.

CVSS Score:
5.0

CVSS Vector:
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N

Cross-Ref: Common Vulnerability Exposure (CVE) ID: CVE-2009-4851
http://www.xoops.org/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?post_id=319132
http://secunia.com/advisories/37274
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3256
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