Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in the Messaging (com_messaging) component before 1.5.1 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via directory traversal sequences in the controller parameter in a messages action to index.php. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Thetricky | Com Messaging | <= 1.5.0 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/53195
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34562Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34365
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49650
- http://osvdb.org/53195
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34562Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34365
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49650
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-4946?
CVE-2009-4946 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in the Messaging (com_messaging) component before 1.5.1 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via directory traversal seque...
How severe is CVE-2009-4946?
CVE-2009-4946 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-2009-4946?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Thetricky Com Messaging, Joomla Joomla\!.