CVE-2008-6971: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-6971: The password reset functionality in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.0.x before 1.0.14, 1.1.x before 1.1.6, an...

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.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 11:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

Older Simple Machines Forum password reset pages could leak enough randomness clues to make reset codes predictable. An attacker could change another user's password and gain that user's privileges. This is most urgent where legacy SMF forums remain internet-facing. Exposure is likely limited to legacy SMF installations still running the listed versions with password reset functionality reachable by remote users. Prioritize remediation for any internet-facing legacy SMF forum, especially where forum accounts carry administrator or moderator privileges. Business risk is account takeover and unauthorized forum control, not general server compromise based on the provided evidence. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected SMF 1.0.x to 1.0.14 or later.; Upgrade affected SMF 1.1.x to 1.1.6 or later.; Upgrade affected SMF 2.0 deployments to beta 4 or later guidance..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 10:26 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 13, 2009, 16:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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smf-password-reset-security-bypass(44931)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
6392CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

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