CVE-2008-6814: Input Validation

Published May 28, 2009
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Updated

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in imageupload.php in the SimpleBoard (comsimpleboard) component 1.0.1 and earlier for Mambo allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension and an image/jpeg content type, then accessing this file via a direct request to the file in components/comsimpleboard/, a different vulnerability than CVE-2006-3528.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Jan De Graaff Com Simpleboard<=1.0.1
Jan De Graaff Com Simpleboard=0.9
Jan De Graaff Com Simpleboard=0.9.1
Jan De Graaff Com Simpleboard=0.9.2
Jan De Graaff Com Simpleboard=1.0-rc1
Jan De Graaff Com Simpleboard=1.0-rc2
Jan De Graaff Com Simpleboard=1.0-rc3
Mambo Mambo

Event History

May 28, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
02:30 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-6814?

CVE-2008-6814 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution through unrestricted file uploads.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-6814?

To fix CVE-2008-6814, upgrade to SimpleBoard versions later than 1.0.1 that appropriately restrict file uploads.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2008-6814?

CVE-2008-6814 affects the SimpleBoard component versions 1.0.1 and earlier, including variants 0.9, 0.9.1, and 0.9.2.

4

Can attackers exploit CVE-2008-6814 easily?

Yes, attackers can easily exploit CVE-2008-6814 by uploading malicious files disguised as image files.

5

What are the consequences of CVE-2008-6814 exploitation?

Exploitation of CVE-2008-6814 can lead to arbitrary code execution on the server hosting the vulnerable application.

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