CVE-2008-2267: Input Validation

Published May 16, 2008
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Updated

Incomplete blacklist vulnerability in javaUpload.php in Postlet in the FileManager module in CMS Made Simple 1.2.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with a name ending in (1) .jsp, (2) .php3, (3) .cgi, (4) .dhtml, (5) .phtml, (6) .php5, or (7) .jar, then accessing it via a direct request to the file in modules/FileManager/postlet/.

Affected Software

1 affected component
CMS Made Simple CMS Made Simple=1.2.4

Event History

May 16, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:54 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:54 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-2267?

CVE-2008-2267 is considered a critical vulnerability that allows remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-2267?

To fix CVE-2008-2267, upgrade CMS Made Simple to version 1.2.5 or later.

3

What versions of CMS Made Simple are affected by CVE-2008-2267?

CVE-2008-2267 affects CMS Made Simple version 1.2.4 and earlier.

4

What types of files can be uploaded to exploit CVE-2008-2267?

Files with names ending in .jsp, .php3, .cgi, .dhtml, .phtml, .php5, or .jar can be uploaded to exploit CVE-2008-2267.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-2267?

There are no specific workarounds published for CVE-2008-2267, so upgrading to a secure version is recommended.

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