Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in admin/login.php in CMS Made Simple 1.4.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in a cms_language cookie.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cmsmadesimple | Cms Made Simple | 1.4.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32924Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4775
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32535Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3306
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46942
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7285
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32924Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4775
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32535Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3306
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46942
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7285
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5642?
CVE-2008-5642 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in admin/login.php in CMS Made Simple 1.4.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in a cms_language cookie.
How severe is CVE-2008-5642?
CVE-2008-5642 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-2008-5642?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cmsmadesimple Cms Made Simple.