Vulnerability Description
The getAlbumToDisplay function in idsShared.pm for Image Display System (IDS) 0.81 allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary directories via ".." sequences in the album parameter, which generates different error messages depending on whether the directory exists or not.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ids | Ids | 0.8.1 |
References
- http://ids.sourceforge.net/ChangeLog.html
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/274433
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9201.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4870Exploit
- http://ids.sourceforge.net/ChangeLog.html
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/274433
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9201.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4870Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1837?
CVE-2002-1837 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The getAlbumToDisplay function in idsShared.pm for Image Display System (IDS) 0.81 allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary directories via ".." sequences in the album parameter...
How severe is CVE-2002-1837?
CVE-2002-1837 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-2002-1837?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ids Ids.