Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in libraries/lib.inc.php in phpPgAdmin 4.2.1 and earlier, when register_globals is enabled, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the _language parameter to index.php.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phppgadmin | Phppgadmin | <= 4.2.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-02/msg00002.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2012-04/msg00033.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33014Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33263
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4737
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1693
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32670Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47140
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7363
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-02/msg00002.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2012-04/msg00033.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33014Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33263
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4737
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1693
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5587?
CVE-2008-5587 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in libraries/lib.inc.php in phpPgAdmin 4.2.1 and earlier, when register_globals is enabled, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the ...
How severe is CVE-2008-5587?
CVE-2008-5587 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-5587?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phppgadmin Phppgadmin.