CWE
22
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2010-0284: Path Traversal

First published: Fri Jun 18 2010(Updated: )

Directory traversal vulnerability in the getEntry method in the PortalModuleInstallManager component in a servlet in nps.jar in the Administration Console (aka Access Management Console) in Novell Access Manager 3.1 before 3.1.2-281 on Windows allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files with any contents, and consequently execute arbitrary code, via a .. (dot dot) in a parameter, aka ZDI-CAN-678.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Micro Focus Access Manager=3.1
Micro Focus Access Manager=3.1-sp1
Microsoft Windows Operating System

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2010-0284?

    CVE-2010-0284 is considered to have a medium severity rating due to its directory traversal vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized file creation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2010-0284?

    To fix CVE-2010-0284, you should upgrade to Novell Access Manager version 3.1.2-281 or later.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2010-0284?

    CVE-2010-0284 affects Novell Access Manager versions 3.1 and 3.1-sp1 running on Windows systems.

  • Can CVE-2010-0284 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2010-0284 can be exploited remotely by attackers to create arbitrary files.

  • What is the cause of the vulnerability in CVE-2010-0284?

    The vulnerability in CVE-2010-0284 is caused by a directory traversal flaw in the getEntry method of the PortalModuleInstallManager component.

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