CVE-2000-1176
First published: Tue Jan 09 2001(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in YaBB search.pl CGI script allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) attack in the "catsearch" form field.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Yabb | =2000-09-11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-1176?
CVE-2000-1176 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized file access.
How do I fix CVE-2000-1176?
To fix CVE-2000-1176, update the YaBB CGI script to a version that sanitizes user input and prevents directory traversal vulnerabilities.
What systems are affected by CVE-2000-1176?
CVE-2000-1176 affects the YaBB software version 2000-09-11.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2000-1176?
CVE-2000-1176 is associated with a directory traversal attack that allows attackers to access arbitrary files on the server.
Who can exploit CVE-2000-1176?
CVE-2000-1176 can be exploited by remote attackers who can manipulate the 'catsearch' form field.
- agent/references
- agent/type
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/description
- agent/author
- agent/weakness
- agent/severity
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/tags
- agent/event
- collector/nvd-historical
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/yabb
- canonical/yabb yabb
- version/yabb yabb/2000-09-11