CVE-2008-4437
UnknownEPSS 5.64%
Last modified
CVE-2008-4437 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in importxml.pl in Bugzilla before 2.22.5, and 3.x before 3.0.5, when --attach_path is enabled, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an XML file with a .. (dot dot) in the data element.. EPSS estimates a 5.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in importxml.pl in Bugzilla before 2.22.5, and 3.x before 3.0.5, when --attach_path is enabled, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an XML file with a .. (dot dot) in the data element.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.4 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.6 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.8 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.9 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.22.1 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.22.2 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.22.3 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.22.4 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.23 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.23.1 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.23.2 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.23.3 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 2.23.4 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 3.0.2 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 3.1.1 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 3.1.2 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 3.1.3 |
| Mozilla | Bugzilla | 3.1.4 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31444Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30661Exploit, Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31444Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30661Exploit, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-4437?
Directory traversal vulnerability in importxml.pl in Bugzilla before 2.22.5, and 3.x before 3.0.5, when --attach_path is enabled, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an XML file with a .. (dot dot) in the data element.
How severe is CVE-2008-4437?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4437 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4437?
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.
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