CVE-2009-1621: Path Traversal
Published May 12, 2009
·Updated
Directory traversal vulnerability in index.php in OpenCart 1.1.8 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the route parameter.
Affected Software
1 affected component
OpenCart OpenCart=1.1.8
Event History
May 12, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1621?
CVE-2009-1621 is classified as a medium to high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote file read attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2009-1621?
To fix CVE-2009-1621, upgrade to a patched version of OpenCart that addresses the directory traversal vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2009-1621?
CVE-2009-1621 affects OpenCart version 1.1.8 specifically.
4
What kind of attack exploits CVE-2009-1621?
CVE-2009-1621 can be exploited by remote attackers using directory traversal techniques to read arbitrary files on the server.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2009-1621?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2009-1621 includes disabling access to the affected script until a patch is applied.