Vulnerability Description
Verity Ultraseek before 5.2.2 allows remote attackers to obtain the full pathname of the document root via an MS-DOS device name in the web search option, such as (1) NUL, (2) CON, (3) AUX, (4) COM1, (5) COM2, and others.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Verity | Ultraseek | <= 5.2.1 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2004-q2/0024.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2004-May/020952.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=108377388114888&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16066
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2004-q2/0024.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2004-May/020952.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=108377388114888&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16066
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0050?
CVE-2004-0050 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Verity Ultraseek before 5.2.2 allows remote attackers to obtain the full pathname of the document root via an MS-DOS device name in the web search option, such as (1) NUL, (2) CON, (3) AUX, (4) COM1, ...
How severe is CVE-2004-0050?
CVE-2004-0050 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-2004-0050?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Verity Ultraseek.