Vulnerability Description
Yaqas (Yet Another Question & Answer System) 1.0 Alpha 1 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via an invalid character in the PHPSESSID, which reveals the installation path in an error message.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| George Karpouzas | Yet Another Question \& Answer System | 1.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://hauntit.blogspot.com/2012/03/en-yaqas-cms-alpha1-information.htmlExploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/files/112248/Yaqas-CMS-Alpha1-Information-DisclosExploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75205
- http://hauntit.blogspot.com/2012/03/en-yaqas-cms-alpha1-information.htmlExploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/files/112248/Yaqas-CMS-Alpha1-Information-DisclosExploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75205
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-4257?
CVE-2012-4257 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Yaqas (Yet Another Question & Answer System) 1.0 Alpha 1 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via an invalid character in the PHPSESSID, which reveals the installation path in an er...
How severe is CVE-2012-4257?
CVE-2012-4257 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-2012-4257?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: George Karpouzas Yet Another Question \& Answer System.