CVE-2013-7236

CVE-2013-7236 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) 2.0.6, 1.1.19, and earlier allows remote attackers to impersonate arbitrary users via a Unicode homoglyph character in a username.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-7236?
Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 2.0.6, 1.1.19, and earlier allows remote attackers to impersonate arbitrary users via a Unicode homoglyph character in a username.
How severe is CVE-2013-7236?
CVE-2013-7236 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-7236 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-2013-7236?
CVE-2013-7236 primarily affects Simplemachines Simple Machines Forum. In total, 55 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-7236?
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-2013-7236 published?
CVE-2013-7236 was published on 2014-04-29 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (55)

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