CVE-2008-6172
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CVE-2008-6172 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in captcha/captcha_image.php in the RWCards (com_rwcards) 3.0.11 component for Joomla!, when magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via directory traversal sequences in the img parameter.. EPSS estimates a 12.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in captcha/captcha_image.php in the RWCards (com_rwcards) 3.0.11 component for Joomla!, when magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via directory traversal sequences in the img parameter.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Weberr | Rwcards | 3.0.11 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32367Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32367Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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