CVE-2008-6884: Path Traversal

Published Jul 31, 2009
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Updated

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in XOOPS 2.3.1, when registerglobals is enabled, allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the xoopsConfig[language] parameter to (1) blocks.php and (2) main.php in xoopslib/modules/protector/.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Xoops Xoops=2.3.1

Event History

Jul 31, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-6884?

CVE-2008-6884 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary file inclusion.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-6884?

To fix CVE-2008-6884, disable register_globals and upgrade to a patched version of XOOPS.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2008-6884?

CVE-2008-6884 affects users of XOOPS version 2.3.1 with register_globals enabled.

4

What kind of attacks can be executed using CVE-2008-6884?

Using CVE-2008-6884, attackers can perform directory traversal attacks to include and execute arbitrary local files.

5

Is CVE-2008-6884 still a risk for current versions of XOOPS?

CVE-2008-6884 primarily impacts version 2.3.1, and newer versions of XOOPS have addressed this vulnerability.

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