CVE-2008-5857
UnknownEPSS 1.14%
Last modified
CVE-2008-5857 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The DropDocuments plugin in KnowledgeTree before 3.5.4a allows remote authenticated users to gain administrative privileges via a certain sequence of "browse documents" and dashboard requests.. EPSS estimates a 1.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The DropDocuments plugin in KnowledgeTree before 3.5.4a allows remote authenticated users to gain administrative privileges via a certain sequence of "browse documents" and dashboard requests.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | <= 3.5.4 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.0.0 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.0.1 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.0.2 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.0.3 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.0.3a |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.0.3b |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.1 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.1a |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.1b |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.3 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.3.1 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.3.2 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.3.3 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.3.4 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.3.5 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.3.6 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.3.7 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.4 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.4.1 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.4.2 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.4.3 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.4.4 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.4.5 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.4.6 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.4a |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.5.2 |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.5.2a |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.5.2b |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.5.2c |
| Knowledgetree Document Management | Knowledgetree Document Management | 3.5.3 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33277Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33277Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-5857?
The DropDocuments plugin in KnowledgeTree before 3.5.4a allows remote authenticated users to gain administrative privileges via a certain sequence of "browse documents" and dashboard requests.
How severe is CVE-2008-5857?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5857 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5857?
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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