Vulnerability Description
The loadModule function in lib/WebGUI/Asset.pm in WebGUI before 7.5.30 (stable) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a Perl module and accessing it via a crafted URL.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Webgui | Webgui | <= 7.3.22 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32438Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31947Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2944
- http://www.webgui.org/bugs/tracker/8980
- http://www.webgui.org/getwebgui/advisories/webgui-7.5.30-stable-released
- http://www.webgui.org/uploads/70/o2/70o29CTLCGWjntJrLYdmJA/asset-security-7.4.di
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46137
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32438Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31947Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2944
- http://www.webgui.org/bugs/tracker/8980
- http://www.webgui.org/getwebgui/advisories/webgui-7.5.30-stable-released
- http://www.webgui.org/uploads/70/o2/70o29CTLCGWjntJrLYdmJA/asset-security-7.4.di
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46137
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4798?
CVE-2008-4798 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The loadModule function in lib/WebGUI/Asset.pm in WebGUI before 7.5.30 (stable) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a Perl module and accessing it via a crafted URL.
How severe is CVE-2008-4798?
CVE-2008-4798 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4798?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Webgui Webgui.