Vulnerability Description
viralator CGI script in Viralator 0.9pre1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a URL for a file being downloaded, which is insecurely passed to a call to wget.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Duncan Hall | Viralator | 0.7 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100463639800515&w=2
- http://viralator.loddington.com/changes.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3495Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7440
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100463639800515&w=2
- http://viralator.loddington.com/changes.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3495Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7440
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0849?
CVE-2001-0849 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). viralator CGI script in Viralator 0.9pre1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a URL for a file being downloaded, which is insecurely passed to a call to wget.
How severe is CVE-2001-0849?
CVE-2001-0849 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0849?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Duncan Hall Viralator.