CVE-2005-0437
First published: Tue Feb 15 2005(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in awstats.pl in AWStats 6.3 and 6.4 allows remote attackers to include arbitrary Perl modules via .. (dot dot) sequences in the loadplugin parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| AWStats | =6.3 | |
| AWStats | =6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0437?
CVE-2005-0437 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its impact on system integrity.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0437?
To fix CVE-2005-0437, upgrade AWStats to version 6.5 or later, which addresses the directory traversal vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-0437?
CVE-2005-0437 affects AWStats versions 6.3 and 6.4.
What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2005-0437?
CVE-2005-0437 can be exploited by remote attackers to include arbitrary Perl modules, potentially leading to unauthorized execution of code.
Is CVE-2005-0437 still a concern for current systems?
While CVE-2005-0437 applies to outdated versions of AWStats, systems still using versions 6.3 or 6.4 remain vulnerable and should be updated.
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