CVE-2005-4458: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-4458: Group.pm in Metadot Portal Server 6.4.4 and earlier does not properly reset the $IS_OWNER, $IS_ADMIN, and $...

Group.pm in Metadot Portal Server 6.4.4 and earlier does not properly reset the $IS_OWNER, $IS_ADMIN, and $IS_MANAGER global variables when performing checks for special privileges, which allows users to gain administrator privileges by adding themselves to the SITE_MGR group.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 23:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This old Metadot Portal Server flaw can let a regular logged-in user become an administrator by abusing group membership handling. For any organization still running Metadot 6.4.4 or earlier, the business risk is loss of portal control and unauthorized content or user management. Exposure appears limited to legacy Metadot Portal Server deployments at version 6.4.4 or earlier. The source bundle does not identify affected CPEs, deployment defaults, or whether anonymous users are affected. Prioritize quickly if Metadot remains in production or internet-facing. The issue is old, but administrator takeover of a portal is high impact and legacy systems often lack monitoring or vendor support. Mitigation focus: Inventory all Metadot Portal Server instances and confirm versions.; Check Metadot or archived vendor guidance for a fixed release or workaround.; Remove or isolate Metadot 6.4.4 or earlier if no supported fix exists..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 15:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 21, 2005, 11:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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metadot-user-gain-privileges(23847)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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