CVE-2008-0656: Input Validation
First published: Thu Feb 07 2008(Updated: )
Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in dmclTrace.jsp in EMC Documentum Administrator 5.3.0.313 and Webtop 5.3.0.317 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via the filename attribute.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| EMC Documentum Webtop | =5.3.0.317 | |
| EMC Documentum Administrator | =4.2.8 | |
| EMC Documentum Administrator | =5.2.5_sp2 | |
| EMC Documentum Administrator | =5.2.5 | |
| EMC Documentum Administrator | =5.3.0.313 | |
| EMC Documentum Webtop | =5.2.5 | |
| EMC Documentum Webtop | =5.2.5_sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.cybsec.com/vuln/CYBSEC-Security_Advisory_Documentum_dmclTrace_Arbitrary_file_overwrite.pdf
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27632
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019305
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28810
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3626
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0439
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/487603/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0656?
CVE-2008-0656 has a high severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary file overwriting.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0656?
To fix CVE-2008-0656, update to the latest patched versions of EMC Documentum Administrator and Webtop.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-0656?
CVE-2008-0656 affects EMC Documentum Administrator versions 4.2.8, 5.2.5, 5.2.5_sp2, 5.3.0.313 and EMC Documentum Webtop versions 5.2.5, 5.2.5_sp2, 5.3.0.317.
What is an unrestricted file upload vulnerability as seen in CVE-2008-0656?
An unrestricted file upload vulnerability allows remote attackers to upload files without proper validation, leading to potential file overwriting.
Who can exploit CVE-2008-0656?
CVE-2008-0656 can be exploited by remote attackers who can manipulate the filename attribute in file upload forms.
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- vendor/emc
- canonical/emc documentum webtop
- version/emc documentum webtop/5.3.0.317
- canonical/emc documentum administrator
- version/emc documentum administrator/4.2.8
- version/emc documentum administrator/5.2.5_sp2
- version/emc documentum administrator/5.2.5
- version/emc documentum administrator/5.3.0.313
- version/emc documentum webtop/5.2.5
- version/emc documentum webtop/5.2.5_sp2