CVE-2008-5587: Path Traversal
First published: Tue Dec 16 2008(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in libraries/lib.inc.php in phpPgAdmin 4.2.1 and earlier, when register_globals is enabled, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the _language parameter to index.php.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| phpPgAdmin | <=4.2.1 | |
| phpPgAdmin | =3.5.3 | |
| phpPgAdmin | =2.2 | |
| phpPgAdmin | =3.1 | |
| phpPgAdmin | =3.4.1 | |
| phpPgAdmin | =4.1.1 | |
| phpPgAdmin | =2.2.1 | |
| phpPgAdmin | =3.5 | |
| phpPgAdmin | =3.5.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32670
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33014
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33263
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1693
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4737
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-02/msg00002.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2012-04/msg00033.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47140
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7363
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-5587?
CVE-2008-5587 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote file reading by attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5587?
To fix CVE-2008-5587, disable register_globals in your PHP configuration and upgrade to a later version of phpPgAdmin.
Which versions of phpPgAdmin are affected by CVE-2008-5587?
CVE-2008-5587 affects phpPgAdmin versions 4.2.1 and earlier, as well as specific older versions.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-5587 facilitate?
CVE-2008-5587 facilitates directory traversal attacks that expose sensitive files to remote attackers.
Can CVE-2008-5587 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2008-5587 can potentially lead to data breaches by allowing unauthorized reading of system files.
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