Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in index.php in Mediatheka 4.2 allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the lang parameter.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mediatheka | Mediatheka | 4.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33176Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4904
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32815Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47349
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7458
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33176Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4904
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32815Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47349
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7458
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5894?
CVE-2008-5894 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in index.php in Mediatheka 4.2 allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the lang parameter.
How severe is CVE-2008-5894?
CVE-2008-5894 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-5894?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mediatheka Mediatheka.