We highlight current cyber security threats in New Zealand, and provide guidance on what to do if they affect you.
TLP Rating: White
A large number of internet forums use the software vBulletin. They have released a software update for a serious vulnerability that was recently discovered in their software. If you have created an account on a forum that uses vBulletin, your login details and private messages may be at risk of being exposed.
Forums that use vBulletin software (version 5) that haven’t updated their software to the latest version, which was released today.
The vulnerability in the vBulletin software potentially allows attackers to access any data stored in the forums, including email addresses, passwords, and private messages.
You’re at risk if you’ve created an account on any forums that run vBulletin version 5.
CERT NZ recommends in order to mitigate any problems that you:
If you require more information or further support, submit a report on our website or contact us on 0800 CERTNZ.
Report an incident to CERT NZ External Link
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