CVE-2009-0244: Path Traversal
First published: Wed Jan 21 2009(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in the OBEX FTP Service in the Microsoft Bluetooth stack in Windows Mobile 6 Professional, and probably Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC and 5.0 for Pocket PC Phone Edition, allows remote authenticated users to list arbitrary directories, and create or read arbitrary files, via a .. (dot dot) in a pathname. NOTE: this can be leveraged for code execution by writing to a Startup folder.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 for Mobile | =6.0 | |
| Windows 10 for Mobile | =6.0 | |
| Windows 10 for Mobile | =5.0 | |
| Windows 10 for Mobile | =5.0 | |
| Windows 10 for Mobile | =6.0 | |
| Windows 10 for Mobile | =5.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.seguridadmobile.com/windows-mobile/windows-mobile-security/Microsoft-Bluetooth-Stack-Directory-Traversal.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33359
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4938
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33598
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/48124
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/500199/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0244?
CVE-2009-0244 has a moderate severity rating as it allows remote authenticated users to exploit the directory traversal vulnerability in the OBEX FTP Service.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0244?
To fix CVE-2009-0244, update your Microsoft Windows Mobile device to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of Windows Mobile are affected by CVE-2009-0244?
CVE-2009-0244 affects Windows Mobile 5.0 and 6.0 devices, including versions for Professional, Standard, and Pocket PC.
What kind of access can an attacker gain through CVE-2009-0244?
An attacker can gain the ability to list arbitrary directories, and create or read arbitrary files on vulnerable devices through CVE-2009-0244.
Who can exploit CVE-2009-0244?
CVE-2009-0244 can be exploited by remote authenticated users who have access to the OBEX FTP Service on the affected Windows Mobile devices.
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