CVE-2010-1956: Path Traversal
Directory traversal vulnerability in the Gadget Factory (comgadgetfactory) component 1.0.0 and 1.5.0 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the controller parameter to index.php. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1956?
CVE-2010-1956 has a moderate severity level as it allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1956?
To fix CVE-2010-1956, update the Gadget Factory component to a version that is not vulnerable, such as to 1.5.1 or later.
Which versions of Gadget Factory are affected by CVE-2010-1956?
CVE-2010-1956 affects Gadget Factory versions 1.0.0 and 1.5.0.
What type of attack can be conducted using CVE-2010-1956?
An attacker can conduct a directory traversal attack using CVE-2010-1956 to access sensitive files on the server.
Is Joomla! itself affected by CVE-2010-1956?
No, Joomla! itself is not affected by CVE-2010-1956, only the Gadget Factory component.