Vulnerability Description
ar web content manager (AWCM) 2.2 does not restrict the number of comment records that can be submitted through HTTP requests, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (disk consumption) via the coment parameter to (1) show_video.php or (2) topic.php.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Awcm-Cms | Ar Web Content Manager | 2.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-11/0039.htmlExploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/files/117975/AWCM-2.2-Access-Bypass.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79927
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-11/0039.htmlExploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/files/117975/AWCM-2.2-Access-Bypass.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79927
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-2438?
CVE-2012-2438 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). ar web content manager (AWCM) 2.2 does not restrict the number of comment records that can be submitted through HTTP requests, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (disk consumpt...
How severe is CVE-2012-2438?
CVE-2012-2438 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-2012-2438?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Awcm-Cms Ar Web Content Manager.