Versions Affected: 3.8.6 (Only!)
Info:
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it�s available features, support, or ease-of-use, vBulletin offers the most for
your money. Learn more about what makes vBulletin the choice for people
who are serious about creating thriving online communities.
External Links:
http://www.vbulletin.com/
-:: The Advisory ::-
vBulletin is prone to information disclosure of the entire database
credentials used in config.php via the faq.php file.
By searching for "database" on a vulnerable installation of vBulletin
an attacker is shown the information mentioned above.
-:: Solution ::-
A patch is available from http://members.vbulletin.com
Alternatively, search for "database_ingo" in the Phrase Manager
within the Admin Control Panel, and delete or edit all critical details.
Disclosure Information:
- vBulletin Security Notice & Patch: 22nd July 2010
- Vulnerability Researched and Disclosed: 22nd July
Note:
After searching the Internet a bit I discovered that I wasn't the
only one which knew about this bug. Please note that I give full
credit to the rightful finder / owner of this exploit.
References:
http://forum.intern0t.net/exploits-vulnerabilities-pocs/2857-vbulletin-3-8-6-critical-information-disclosure.html
http://www.vbulletin.com/forum/showthread.php?357818-Security-Patch-Release-3.8.6-PL1
All of the best,
MaXe