CVE-2006-2131

Description

include/class_poll.php in Advanced Poll 2.0.4 uses the HTTP_X_FORWARDED_FOR (X-Forwarded-For HTTP header) to identify the IP address of a client, which makes it easier for remote attackers to spoof the source IP and bypass voting restrictions.

5.0

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.61%

Third-Party Advisory secunia.com

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://evuln.com/vulns/131/summary.html
http://secunia.com/advisories/19899	third party advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26154	vdb entry
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1603	vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2006-2131?: CVE-2006-2131 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2006-2131?: To fix CVE-2006-2131, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2006-2131 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2006-2131 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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