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CVE-2009-4874

6.4 · MEDIUM

TalkBack 2.3.14 does not properly restrict access to the edit comment feature (comments.php), which allows remote attackers to modify comments.

Published May 26, 2010scripts.oldguyCWE-264EPSS 2.60%

Overview

CVE-2009-4874 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting scripts.oldguy talkback. It was published on May 26, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

TalkBack 2.3.14 does not properly restrict access to the edit comment feature (comments.php), which allows remote attackers to modify comments.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from scripts.oldguy. Update talkback to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-4874?

CVE-2009-4874 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting scripts.oldguy talkback. It was published on May 26, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2009-4874?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2009-4874?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from scripts.oldguy. Update talkback to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2009-4874?

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