CVE-2008-6423
UnknownEPSS 6.80%
Last modified
CVE-2008-6423 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in passwiki.php in PassWiki 0.9.16 RC3 and earlier allows remote attackers to read arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the site_id parameter.. EPSS estimates a 6.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in passwiki.php in PassWiki 0.9.16 RC3 and earlier allows remote attackers to read arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the site_id parameter.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| I-Apps | Passwiki | <= 0.9.16 | Rc3 |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.3 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.5 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.6 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.7 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.8 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.9 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.10 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.11 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.12 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.13 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.14 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.15 | — |
| I-Apps | Passwiki | 0.9.16 | Beta1 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30496Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30496Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-6423?
Directory traversal vulnerability in passwiki.php in PassWiki 0.9.16 RC3 and earlier allows remote attackers to read arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the site_id parameter.
How severe is CVE-2008-6423?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-6423 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6423?
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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