CVE-2008-2993: Path Traversal

Published Jul 3, 2008
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Updated

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in index.php in FOG Forum 0.8.1 allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the (1) foglang and (2) fogskin parameters, probably related to libs/required/share.inc; and possibly the (3) fogpseudo, (4) fogposted, (5) fogpassword, and (6) fogcook parameters.

Affected Software

1 affected component
FOG FOG Forum=0.8.1

Event History

Jul 3, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:47 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-2993?

CVE-2008-2993 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-2993?

To fix CVE-2008-2993, you should upgrade FOG Forum to version 0.8.2 or later, which addresses these directory traversal vulnerabilities.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2008-2993?

CVE-2008-2993 affects FOG Forum version 0.8.1 specifically.

4

What exploitation methods are used in CVE-2008-2993?

CVE-2008-2993 can be exploited by using directory traversal techniques to include and execute arbitrary local files.

5

Who can be impacted by CVE-2008-2993?

Any user of FOG Forum 0.8.1 who has not applied the necessary patches may be impacted by CVE-2008-2993.

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