Description
BlackBoard CourseInfo 4.0 does not properly authenticate users, which allows local users to modify CourseInfo database information and gain privileges by directly calling the supporting CGI programs such as user_update_passwd.pl and user_update_admin.pl.
Product(s):
- Blackboard CourseInfo 4.0
- Blackboard CourseInfo for Unix
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2000-0627, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2000-0627 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.