Vulnerability Description
The escape_dangerous_chars function in CGI::Lite 2.0 and earlier does not correctly remove special characters including (1) "\" (backslash), (2) "?", (3) "~" (tilde), (4) "^" (carat), (5) newline, or (6) carriage return, which could allow remote attackers to read or write arbitrary files, or execute arbitrary commands, in shell scripts that rely on CGI::Lite to filter such dangerous inputs.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Perl | Cgi Lite | 2.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2003-q1/0065.htmlExploit
- http://search.cpan.org/~smylers/CGI-Lite-2.02/Lite.pmExploit
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3237
- http://use.perl.org/~cbrooks/journal/10542
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/311414Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6833
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/11308
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2003-q1/0065.htmlExploit
- http://search.cpan.org/~smylers/CGI-Lite-2.02/Lite.pmExploit
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3237
- http://use.perl.org/~cbrooks/journal/10542
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/311414Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6833
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/11308
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-1365?
CVE-2003-1365 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The escape_dangerous_chars function in CGI::Lite 2.0 and earlier does not correctly remove special characters including (1) "\" (backslash), (2) "?", (3) "~" (tilde), (4) "^" (carat), (5) newline, or ...
How severe is CVE-2003-1365?
CVE-2003-1365 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-2003-1365?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Perl Cgi Lite.