CVE-2005-2885: High severity MAXdev MD-Pro vulnerability
The Downloads page in MAXdev MD-Pro 1.0.73, and possibly earlier versions, uses an incomplete blacklist to check for dangerous file extensions, which could allow remote attackers to bypass file extension checks and execute arbitrary commands by uploading a file with a different extension, as demonstrated using .inc files.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2885?
CVE-2005-2885 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote command execution.
How can I remediate CVE-2005-2885?
To fix CVE-2005-2885, you should update to the latest version of MAXdev MD-Pro that addresses this file extension validation flaw.
What impact does CVE-2005-2885 have on affected systems?
CVE-2005-2885 can allow attackers to upload malicious files that can lead to the execution of arbitrary commands on the server.
Which versions of MAXdev MD-Pro are affected by CVE-2005-2885?
CVE-2005-2885 affects MAXdev MD-Pro version 1.0.73 and possibly earlier versions.
What type of attack does CVE-2005-2885 facilitate?
CVE-2005-2885 facilitates remote file upload attacks that exploit insufficient validation of file types.