CVE-2008-2742: Input Validation

Published Jun 17, 2008
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Updated

Unrestricted file upload in the mcpuk file editor (atk/attributes/fck/editor/filemanager/browser/mcpuk/connectors/php/config.php) in Achievo 1.2.0 through 1.3.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with .php followed by a safe extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file in the Achievo root directory. NOTE: this is only a vulnerability in environments that support multiple extensions, such as Apache with the modmime module enabled.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Achievo Achievo=1.2.0
Achievo Achievo=1.3.2
Achievo Achievo=1.3.1
Achievo Achievo=1.2.1
Achievo Achievo=1.3.0

Event History

Jun 17, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-2742?

CVE-2008-2742 is considered to have a critical severity due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-2742?

To fix CVE-2008-2742, upgrade to Achievo version 1.3.3 or later, which includes the necessary security patches.

3

What are the affected versions of Achievo for CVE-2008-2742?

The affected versions of Achievo for CVE-2008-2742 are 1.2.0 through 1.3.2.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2008-2742 enable?

CVE-2008-2742 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server through unrestricted file uploads.

5

What component is vulnerable in CVE-2008-2742?

The vulnerability in CVE-2008-2742 exists in the mcpuk file editor within the Achievo application.

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