CVE-2007-1601: Directory traversal vulnerability in check_vote.php in Weekly Drawing Contest 0.0.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot)...

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in check_vote.php in Weekly Drawing Contest 0.0.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the order parameter. NOTE: another researcher disputes this vulnerability, noting that the order variable is not used in any context that allows opening files

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.44%

69.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Weekly Drawing Contest	Weekly Drawing Contest	0.0.1

References

Timeline

Published: Mar 22, 2007
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2007-1601?

Directory traversal vulnerability in check_vote.php in Weekly Drawing Contest 0.0.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the order parameter. NOTE: another researcher disputes this vulnerability, noting that the order variable is not used in any context that allows opening files

How severe is CVE-2007-1601?

Severity scoring for CVE-2007-1601 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2007-1601?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.