CVE-2004-1487
First published: Tue Feb 15 2005(Updated: )
wget 1.8.x and 1.9.x allows a remote malicious web server to overwrite certain files via a redirection URL containing a ".." that resolves to the IP address of the malicious server, which bypasses wget's filtering for ".." sequences.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wget | =1.8 | |
| Wget | =1.8.1 | |
| Wget | =1.8.2 | |
| Wget | =1.9 | |
| Wget | =1.9.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=261755
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11871
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1012472
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-771.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110269474112384&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18420
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A11682
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/145-1/
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the risks associated with CVE-2004-1487?
CVE-2004-1487 allows remote attackers to overwrite files on the local system, potentially leading to data loss or system compromise.
How do I remediate CVE-2004-1487?
To fix CVE-2004-1487, upgrade to a newer version of wget that does not contain this vulnerability.
Which versions of wget are affected by CVE-2004-1487?
CVE-2004-1487 affects wget versions 1.8.x and 1.9.x, including specific versions like 1.8.1, 1.8.2, and 1.9.1.
What is the source of the vulnerability in CVE-2004-1487?
The vulnerability in CVE-2004-1487 arises from the lack of proper filtering for ".." sequences in URLs by wget.
Is CVE-2004-1487 a high-risk vulnerability?
While CVE-2004-1487 is serious, its risk level may vary based on the specific system configuration and use cases of wget.
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