First published: Thu Dec 21 2006(Updated: )
The System.Web class in the XSP for ASP.NET server 1.1 through 2.0 in Mono does not properly verify local pathnames, which allows remote attackers to (1) read source code by appending a space (%20) to a URI, and (2) read credentials via a request for Web.Config%20.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
Mono Xsp | =1.1 | |
Mono Xsp | =1.2.1 | |
Mono Xsp | =2.0 |
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CVE-2006-6104 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exposing sensitive data.
To fix CVE-2006-6104, you should upgrade to a patched version of Mono Xsp that addresses this local pathname verification issue.
CVE-2006-6104 can be exploited to read source code and sensitive configuration files such as Web.Config by manipulating URIs.
CVE-2006-6104 affects Mono Xsp versions 1.1, 1.2.1, and 2.0.
Not addressing CVE-2006-6104 can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, including application source code and credentials.