Vulnerability Description
Phorum 5.2.15a allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request to a .php file, which reveals the installation path in an error message, as demonstrated by css.php and certain other files.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phorum | Phorum | 5.2.15a |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://code.google.com/p/inspathx/source/browse/trunk/paths_vuln/%21_README
- http://code.google.com/p/inspathx/source/browse/trunk/paths_vuln/phorum-5.2.15a
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/06/27/6
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/70604
- http://code.google.com/p/inspathx/source/browse/trunk/paths_vuln/%21_README
- http://code.google.com/p/inspathx/source/browse/trunk/paths_vuln/phorum-5.2.15a
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/06/27/6
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/70604
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-3768?
CVE-2011-3768 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Phorum 5.2.15a allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request to a .php file, which reveals the installation path in an error message, as demonstrated by css.php and cert...
How severe is CVE-2011-3768?
CVE-2011-3768 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-3768?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phorum Phorum.