Simple access module for Drupal privacy information disclosure
| simpleaccess-privacy-info-disclosure (41756) |  Low Risk |
Description:
The Simple access module for Drupal could allow a remote attacker to obtain node privacy information, caused by an unspecified error during interaction with the Node clone or Project issue tracking modules. An attacker could exploit vulnerability using unknown attack vectors to make private nodes public.
Platforms Affected:
- Drupal, Simple access module for Drupal 5.x - 5.x-1.2-2
Remedy:
Refer to DRUPAL-SA-2008-025 for patch, upgrade or suggested workaround information. See References.
Consequences:
Obtain Information
References:
- DRUPAL-SA-2008-025, Simple access - Access bypass at http://drupal.org/node/244560.
- BID-28720: Drupal Simple Access Module Security Bypass Vulnerability
- CVE-2008-1731: The Simple Access module for Drupal 5.x through 5.x-1.2-2 does not properly handle the privacy information for nodes, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions, and read or modify nodes, in opportunistic circumstances related to interaction between Simple Access and (1) Node clone or (2) Project issue tracking.
- FrSIRT/ADV-2008-1184: Drupal Simple Access Module Security Bypass Vulnerability
- SA29772: Drupal Simple Access Module Security Bypass
Reported:
Apr 09, 2008
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