CWE
22
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2008-4668: Path Traversal

First published: Wed Oct 22 2008(Updated: )

Directory traversal vulnerability in the Image Browser (com_imagebrowser) 0.1.5 component for Joomla! allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the folder parameter to index.php.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Joomla! com_imagebrowser=0.1.5
Joomla

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-4668?

    CVE-2008-4668 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-4668?

    To fix CVE-2008-4668, update the Image Browser component to a version that has addressed the directory traversal vulnerability.

  • Which Joomla! version is affected by CVE-2008-4668?

    CVE-2008-4668 specifically affects the Joomla! com_imagebrowser component version 0.1.5.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-4668?

    CVE-2008-4668 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows unauthorized file inclusion.

  • Can CVE-2008-4668 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2008-4668 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files.

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