CVE-2015-5491
3.5 · LOWOverview
CVE-2015-5491 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting dynamic_display_block_project dynamic_display_block. It was published on August 18, 2015 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.5 (LOW).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.5, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.
Technical Description
The Dynamic display block module 7.x-1.x before 7.x-1.1 for Drupal allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and read sensitive titles by leveraging the "administer ddblock" permission.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from dynamic_display_block_project. Update dynamic_display_block to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-5491?
CVE-2015-5491 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting dynamic_display_block_project dynamic_display_block. It was published on August 18, 2015 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.5 (LOW).
How severe is CVE-2015-5491?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.5, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2015-5491?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from dynamic_display_block_project. Update dynamic_display_block to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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