Vulnerability Description
The sanitize function in Codoforum 2.5.1 does not properly implement filtering for directory traversal sequences, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the path parameter to index.php.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Codologic | Codoforum | 2.5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/show/osvdb/119412
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/130739/Codoforum-2.5.1-Arbitrary-File-DownlExploit
- http://security.szurek.pl/codoforum-251-arbitrary-file-download.htmlExploit
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/36320Exploit
- https://codoforum.com/documentation/roadmapVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/show/osvdb/119412
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/130739/Codoforum-2.5.1-Arbitrary-File-DownlExploit
- http://security.szurek.pl/codoforum-251-arbitrary-file-download.htmlExploit
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/36320Exploit
- https://codoforum.com/documentation/roadmapVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-9261?
CVE-2014-9261 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The sanitize function in Codoforum 2.5.1 does not properly implement filtering for directory traversal sequences, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the path p...
How severe is CVE-2014-9261?
CVE-2014-9261 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-2014-9261?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Codologic Codoforum.