Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in index.php in the joomlaXplorer (com_joomlaxplorer) Mambo/Joomla! component 1.6.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to list arbitrary directories via a .. (dot dot) in the dir parameter in a show_error action.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomlacode | Joomlaexplorer | <= 1.6.2 |
| Joomla | Joomla | All versions |
| Mambo | Mambo | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28746Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41778
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5431
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28746Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41778
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5431
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1849?
CVE-2008-1849 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in index.php in the joomlaXplorer (com_joomlaxplorer) Mambo/Joomla! component 1.6.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to list arbitrary directories via a .. (dot do...
How severe is CVE-2008-1849?
CVE-2008-1849 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-2008-1849?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Joomlacode Joomlaexplorer, Joomla Joomla, Mambo Mambo.