CVE-2013-7235

CVE-2013-7235 is a high-severity vulnerability in Simplemachines Simple Machines Forum with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

Simple Machines Forum (SMF) before 1.1.19 and 2.x before 2.0.6 allows remote attackers to impersonate arbitrary users via multiple space characters characters.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-7235?
Simple Machines Forum (SMF) before 1.1.19 and 2.x before 2.0.6 allows remote attackers to impersonate arbitrary users via multiple space characters characters.
How severe is CVE-2013-7235?
CVE-2013-7235 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-7235 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-7235?
CVE-2013-7235 primarily affects Simplemachines Simple Machines Forum. In total, 71 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-7235?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2013-7235 published?
CVE-2013-7235 was published on 2014-04-29 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (71)

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