Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in aff_news.php in FreeNews 2.1 allows remote attackers to include local files via a .. (dot dot) sequence in the chemin parameter, when the aff_news parameter is not set to "1."
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freenews | Freenews | 2.1 |
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1822
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/450012/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/450081/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/450157/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20795
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29896
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1822
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/450012/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/450081/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/450157/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20795
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29896
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5716?
CVE-2006-5716 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in aff_news.php in FreeNews 2.1 allows remote attackers to include local files via a .. (dot dot) sequence in the chemin parameter, when the aff_news parameter is not...
How severe is CVE-2006-5716?
CVE-2006-5716 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-2006-5716?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freenews Freenews.