CVE-2010-2037: Path Traversal

Published May 25, 2010
·
Updated

Directory traversal vulnerability in the Percha Downloads Attach (comperchadownloadsattach) component 1.1 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and possibly have unspecified other impact via a .. (dot dot) in the controller parameter to index.php.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Percha Com Perchadownloadsattach=1.1
Joomla Joomla\!
All of the following
Percha Com Perchadownloadsattach=1.1
Joomla Joomla\!

Event History

May 25, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
02:30 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-2037?

CVE-2010-2037 has a medium severity rating as it allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files.

2

How can I mitigate CVE-2010-2037?

To mitigate CVE-2010-2037, ensure that the Percha Downloads Attach component is updated to a version that is not vulnerable to directory traversal.

3

Is CVE-2010-2037 exploitable on all Joomla! versions?

CVE-2010-2037 specifically affects the Percha Downloads Attach component version 1.1 for Joomla!, not Joomla! itself.

4

What kind of impact can CVE-2010-2037 have on affected systems?

CVE-2010-2037 can potentially allow unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2010-2037?

More information about CVE-2010-2037 can typically be found through security advisories and vulnerability databases.

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