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CVE-2004-2253

First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )

Directory traversal vulnerability in user.cgi in SurgeLDAP 1.0g and earlier allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. in the page parameter of the show command.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Netwin Surgeldap=1.0e
Netwin Surgeldap=1.0g
Netwin Surgeldap=1.0d

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-2253?

    CVE-2004-2253 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized file access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-2253?

    To fix CVE-2004-2253, upgrade SurgeLDAP to version 1.0h or later, which addresses this directory traversal vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2004-2253?

    CVE-2004-2253 affects SurgeLDAP versions 1.0d, 1.0e, and 1.0g.

  • What type of attack is possible with CVE-2004-2253?

    CVE-2004-2253 allows remote attackers to exploit a directory traversal vulnerability to read arbitrary files on the server.

  • Is CVE-2004-2253 easily exploitable?

    Yes, CVE-2004-2253 can be easily exploited by sending crafted requests to the vulnerable user.cgi script.

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