CVE-2006-5858: Infoleak

Published Dec 31, 2006
·
Updated

Adobe ColdFusion MX 7 through 7.0.2, and JRun 4, when run on Microsoft IIS, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files, list directories, or read source code via a double URL-encoded NULL byte in a ColdFusion filename, such as a CFM file.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Adobe ColdFusion>=7.0<=7.0.2
Adobe JRun=4.0
Microsoft Internet Information Services
All of the following
Any of the following
Adobe ColdFusion>=7.0<=7.0.2
Adobe JRun=4.0
Microsoft Internet Information Services

Event History

Dec 31, 2006
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
05:00 AM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 10, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-5858?

CVE-2006-5858 is considered a medium to high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-5858?

To fix CVE-2006-5858, update Adobe ColdFusion to version 7.0.2 or later and ensure that IIS is configured securely.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2006-5858?

CVE-2006-5858 affects Adobe ColdFusion MX versions 7 through 7.0.2 and Adobe JRun 4 running on Microsoft IIS.

4

What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2006-5858?

CVE-2006-5858 can be exploited to read arbitrary files, list directories, and access source code by manipulating filenames.

5

Is CVE-2006-5858 still a concern for modern systems?

While CVE-2006-5858 may not directly affect modern systems, any legacy systems using the affected software should be regularly evaluated for security.

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