Vulnerability Description
Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Phpclanwebsite (aka PCW) 1.23.3 Fix Pack 5 and earlier, when magic_quotes_gpc is disabled and register_globals is enabled, allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the (1) boxname parameter to theme/superchrome/box.php and the (2) theme parameter to phpclanwebsite/footer.php.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phpclanwebsite | Phpclanwebsite | <= 1.23.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33211Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4881
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32915Exploit
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7515
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33211Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4881
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32915Exploit
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7515
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5878?
CVE-2008-5878 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Phpclanwebsite (aka PCW) 1.23.3 Fix Pack 5 and earlier, when magic_quotes_gpc is disabled and register_globals is enabled, allow remote attackers to inc...
How severe is CVE-2008-5878?
CVE-2008-5878 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-2008-5878?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phpclanwebsite Phpclanwebsite.