Vulnerability Description
The history (revision control) function in TWiki 02-Sep-2004 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters, as demonstrated via the rev parameter to TWikiUsers.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Twiki | Twiki | 2000-12-01 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112680475417550&w=2
- http://twiki.org/cgi-bin/view/Codev/SecurityAlertExecuteCommandsWithRevPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/757181PatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14834ExploitPatch
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112680475417550&w=2
- http://twiki.org/cgi-bin/view/Codev/SecurityAlertExecuteCommandsWithRevPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/757181PatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14834ExploitPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2877?
CVE-2005-2877 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The history (revision control) function in TWiki 02-Sep-2004 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters, as demonstrated via the rev parameter to TWikiUsers...
How severe is CVE-2005-2877?
CVE-2005-2877 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-2005-2877?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Twiki Twiki.