Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in newsdesk.cgi in News Desk 1.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. in the "t" parameter.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibrow | News Desk | 1.2 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-01/0042.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/496064US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2172Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5898
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-01/0042.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/496064US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2172Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5898
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0231?
CVE-2001-0231 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in newsdesk.cgi in News Desk 1.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. in the "t" parameter.
How severe is CVE-2001-0231?
CVE-2001-0231 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-2001-0231?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibrow News Desk.