Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in Phorum 3.0.7 allows remote Phorum administrators to read arbitrary files via ".." (dot dot) sequences in the default .langfile name field in the Master Settings administrative function, which causes the file to be displayed in admin.php3.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phorum | Phorum | 3.0.7 |
References
- http://cert.uni-stuttgart.de/archive/bugtraq/2000/01/msg00215.htmlExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://hispahack.ccc.de/mi020.html
- http://www.digitalsec.net/stuff/z-mirrors/hispahack/mi020.htm
- http://cert.uni-stuttgart.de/archive/bugtraq/2000/01/msg00215.htmlExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://hispahack.ccc.de/mi020.html
- http://www.digitalsec.net/stuff/z-mirrors/hispahack/mi020.htm
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-1229?
CVE-2000-1229 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in Phorum 3.0.7 allows remote Phorum administrators to read arbitrary files via ".." (dot dot) sequences in the default .langfile name field in the Master Settings ad...
How severe is CVE-2000-1229?
CVE-2000-1229 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-1229?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phorum Phorum.