Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in htdocs/install/index.php in XOOPS 2.0.18 allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the lang parameter.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xoops | Xoops | 2.0.18 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3614
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/487484/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27622
- http://xoops.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/xoops/XoopsCore/branches/2.0.x/2.0.18.1/Exploit
- http://xoops.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/xoops?view=rev&revision=1283Patch
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5057
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3614
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/487484/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27622
- http://xoops.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/xoops/XoopsCore/branches/2.0.x/2.0.18.1/Exploit
- http://xoops.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/xoops?view=rev&revision=1283Patch
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5057
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0612?
CVE-2008-0612 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Directory traversal vulnerability in htdocs/install/index.php in XOOPS 2.0.18 allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the lang parameter.
How severe is CVE-2008-0612?
CVE-2008-0612 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-2008-0612?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xoops Xoops.