CVE-2008-5853
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CVE-2008-5853 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Chilek Content Management System (aka ChiCoMaS) 2.0.4 and earlier stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to (1) obtain database credentials via a direct request for config.inc or (2) read database backups via a request for a backup/ URI.. EPSS estimates a 2.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Chilek Content Management System (aka ChiCoMaS) 2.0.4 and earlier stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to (1) obtain database credentials via a direct request for config.inc or (2) read database backups via a request for a backup/ URI.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chicomas | Chicomas | <= 2.0.4 |
| Chicomas | Chicomas | 2.0.3 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30080Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30080Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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