CVE-2008-1270: Infoleak
First published: Mon Mar 10 2008(Updated: )
mod_userdir in lighttpd 1.4.18 and earlier, when userdir.path is not set, uses a default of $HOME, which might allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files, as demonstrated by accessing the ~nobody directory.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fipsasp Fipscms Light | <=1.4.18 |
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Reference Links
- http://trac.lighttpd.net/trac/ticket/1587
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=212930
- https://issues.rpath.com/browse/RPL-2344
- http://wiki.rpath.com/wiki/Advisories:rPSA-2008-0106
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29318
- http://www.lighttpd.net/2008/3/10/1-4-19-made-in-germany
- http://www.lighttpd.net/security/lighttpd_sa_2008_03.txt
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1521
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28226
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29403
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200804-08.xml
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-04/msg00005.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29636
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29622
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0885/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41173
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/489465/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1270?
CVE-2008-1270 has a medium severity rating, as it allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files on the server.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1270?
To fix CVE-2008-1270, ensure that the userdir.path configuration is set appropriately in lighttpd's configuration file.
What versions of lighttpd are affected by CVE-2008-1270?
CVE-2008-1270 affects lighttpd versions prior to 1.4.19, specifically up to and including version 1.4.18.
What types of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2008-1270?
CVE-2008-1270 can be exploited by attackers to access sensitive files from the ~nobody directory and potentially other user directories.
Is CVE-2008-1270 a configuration error?
Yes, CVE-2008-1270 arises from a misconfiguration when userdir.path is not explicitly set, leading to a default path that may expose files.
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