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CVE-2009-4927: WB News 2.1.2 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrative access via a modifie...

WB News 2.1.2 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrative access via a modified WBNEWS cookie, as demonstrated by setting this cookie to 1.

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Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2009-4927 is an authentication bypass in WB News 2.1.2. A remote attacker could manipulate the application’s authentication cookie and gain administrative access. The public record is sparse, but the stated impact is serious because it can expose site administration without valid credentials. Exposure is likely limited to legacy sites still running WB News 2.1.2 and reachable from untrusted networks. The source bundle does not identify broader affected versions or CPEs, so teams should confirm by software inventory and application fingerprinting. Treat this as urgent if WB News 2.1.2 is still deployed. The business risk is unauthorized website administration, content tampering, and possible follow-on compromise. If the software is absent, no action is needed beyond documenting that finding. Mitigation focus: Identify any deployed WB News 2.1.2 instances.; Check vendor or trusted advisory sources for upgrade or replacement guidance.; Disable or remove the application if it is no longer maintained..

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