CVE-2009-2255: Medium severity zen cart vulnerability

Published Jun 30, 2009
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Updated

Zen Cart 1.3.8a, 1.3.8, and earlier does not require administrative authentication for admin/recordcompany.php, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a .php file via the recordcompanyimage parameter in conjunction with a PATHINFO of passwordforgotten.php, then accessing this file via a direct request to the file in images/.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Zen-cart Zen Cart<=1.3.8a
Zen-cart Zen Cart=1.1.0
Zen-cart Zen Cart=1.1.3
Zen-cart Zen Cart=1.2.0d
Zen-cart Zen Cart=1.2.1d
Zen-cart Zen Cart=1.2.4d
Zen-cart Zen Cart=1.3.6
Zen-cart Zen Cart=1.3.7
Zen-cart Zen Cart=1.3.8

Event History

Jun 30, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-2255?

CVE-2009-2255 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-2255?

To fix CVE-2009-2255, ensure you upgrade to Zen Cart version 1.3.9 or later, which includes the necessary security patches.

3

Which versions of Zen Cart are affected by CVE-2009-2255?

CVE-2009-2255 affects Zen Cart versions 1.3.8a, 1.3.8, and earlier versions down to 1.1.0.

4

Can CVE-2009-2255 allow unauthorized access to my Zen Cart admin panel?

Yes, CVE-2009-2255 can allow remote attackers to access the admin panel without proper authentication.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2009-2255 on my website?

The potential impacts of CVE-2009-2255 include unauthorized code execution, data compromise, and complete system takeover.

Contact

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