Vulnerability Description
Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in CutePHP CuteNews 1.4.6, when magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, allow remote authenticated users with editor or administrative application access to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the source parameter in a (1) list or (2) editnews action to the Editnews module, and (3) the save_con[skin] parameter in the Options module. NOTE: vector 3 can be leveraged for code execution by using a .. to include and execute arbitrary local files.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cutephp | Cutenews | 1.4.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.morningstarsecurity.com/advisories/MORNINGSTAR-2009-02-CuteNews.txtExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507782/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/54244
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/54246
- http://www.morningstarsecurity.com/advisories/MORNINGSTAR-2009-02-CuteNews.txtExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507782/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/54244
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/54246
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-4116?
CVE-2009-4116 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.5 (LOW). Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in CutePHP CuteNews 1.4.6, when magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, allow remote authenticated users with editor or administrative application access to read arb...
How severe is CVE-2009-4116?
CVE-2009-4116 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-4116?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cutephp Cutenews.