Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in index.php in txtCMS 0.3, when register_globals is enabled and magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the id parameter.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phpc0D3R | Txtcms | 0.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4626
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29131Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42313
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5579
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4626
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29131Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42313
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5579
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5217?
CVE-2008-5217 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in index.php in txtCMS 0.3, when register_globals is enabled and magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files vi...
How severe is CVE-2008-5217?
CVE-2008-5217 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-5217?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phpc0D3R Txtcms.