Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in PG Problem Editor module (PGProblemEditor.pm) in WeBWorK Online Homework Delivery System 2.2.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to read and write files outside of the templates directory.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Webwork | Webwork | <= 2.2.0 |
References
- http://devel.webwork.rochester.edu/twiki/bin/view/Webwork/WeBWorKRelease2pt2pt1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20405PatchVendor Advisory
- http://sourceforge.net/mailarchive/forum.php?thread_id=10201693&forum_id=43257
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?release_id=421453
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2086
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26975
- http://devel.webwork.rochester.edu/twiki/bin/view/Webwork/WeBWorKRelease2pt2pt1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20405PatchVendor Advisory
- http://sourceforge.net/mailarchive/forum.php?thread_id=10201693&forum_id=43257
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?release_id=421453
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2086
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26975
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-2839?
CVE-2006-2839 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in PG Problem Editor module (PGProblemEditor.pm) in WeBWorK Online Homework Delivery System 2.2.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to read and write files outside ...
How severe is CVE-2006-2839?
CVE-2006-2839 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-2839?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Webwork Webwork.