CVE-2008-6548
First published: Mon Mar 30 2009(Updated: )
The rst parser (parser/text_rst.py) in MoinMoin 1.6.1 does not check the ACL of an included page, which allows attackers to read unauthorized include files via unknown vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| pip/moin | <1.6.2 | 1.6.2 |
| MoinMoin | =1.6.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://hg.moinmo.in/moin/1.6/rev/35ff7a9b1546
- http://osvdb.org/48877
- http://moinmo.in/SecurityFixes
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2008-6548
- https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/moin/PYSEC-2009-11.yaml
- https://web.archive.org/web/20080523123729/http://hg.moinmo.in/moin/1.6/raw-file/1.6.2/docs/CHANGES
- https://web.archive.org/web/20211206185024/http://hg.moinmo.in/moin/1.6/rev/35ff7a9b1546
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-jhxw-4hw4-mhh7 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-6548?
CVE-2008-6548 is a medium severity vulnerability that allows unauthorized reading of files due to ACL checks not being enforced.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6548?
To fix CVE-2008-6548, upgrade to MoinMoin version 1.6.2 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-6548?
CVE-2008-6548 affects MoinMoin version 1.6.1 and earlier versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-6548?
CVE-2008-6548 is an access control vulnerability related to the rst parser in MoinMoin.
Can CVE-2008-6548 lead to sensitive data exposure?
Yes, CVE-2008-6548 can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data through included pages.
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