CVE-2010-5278: Path Traversal
First published: Sun Oct 07 2012(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in manager/controllers/default/resource/tvs.php in MODx Revolution 2.0.2-pl, and possibly earlier, when magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the class_key parameter. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MODx Revolution | <=2.0.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/1009-exploits/modx202pl-lfi.txt
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41638
- http://www.osvdb.org/68265
- http://modxcms.com/forums/index.php/topic,55105.msg317273.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/43577
- http://www.johnleitch.net/Vulnerabilities/MODx.Revolution.2.0.2-pl.Local.File.Inclusion/49
- http://modxcms.com/forums/index.php/topic,55104.0.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/62073
- http://modxcms.com/forums/index.php/topic%2C55104.0.html
- http://modxcms.com/forums/index.php/topic%2C55105.msg317273.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-5278?
CVE-2010-5278 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote file access.
How do I fix CVE-2010-5278?
To mitigate CVE-2010-5278, upgrade MODx Revolution to version 2.0.2 or later with magic_quotes_gpc enabled.
What is the impact of CVE-2010-5278?
CVE-2010-5278 allows attackers to read arbitrary files on the server, potentially leading to sensitive information exposure.
Which versions of MODx Revolution are affected by CVE-2010-5278?
CVE-2010-5278 affects MODx Revolution version 2.0.2-pl and possibly earlier versions.
What exploit techniques are associated with CVE-2010-5278?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2010-5278 using directory traversal techniques by manipulating the class_key parameter.
- agent/type
- agent/softwarecombine
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/author
- agent/references
- agent/weakness
- agent/severity
- agent/description
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/event
- agent/source
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-historical
- vendor/modx
- canonical/modx revolution
- version/modx revolution/2.0.2