Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in defs.php in PHPcounter 1.3.2 and earlier, when magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the l parameter.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phpcounter | Phpcounter | <= 1.3.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31993Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31373Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45378
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6553
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31993Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31373Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45378
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6553
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5989?
CVE-2008-5989 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in defs.php in PHPcounter 1.3.2 and earlier, when magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot...
How severe is CVE-2008-5989?
CVE-2008-5989 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-2008-5989?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phpcounter Phpcounter.