CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2011-3357: Path Traversal

First published: Wed Sep 21 2011(Updated: )

Directory traversal vulnerability in bug_actiongroup_ext_page.php in MantisBT before 1.2.8 allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the action parameter, related to bug_actiongroup_page.php.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=0.19.4
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.0.2
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.2.2
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.2.5
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=0.19.3
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.1.6
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.2.0
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.1.4
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.0.3
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.1.0
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.1.5
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.0.7
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.2.3
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.1.2
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.0.1
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.2.6
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.0.0
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt<=1.2.7
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.2.1
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.0.4
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.1.7
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.0.5
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.1.8
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.2.4
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.0.6
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.0.8
CentOS Libreport-plugin-mantisbt=1.1.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2011-3357?

    CVE-2011-3357 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution through directory traversal.

  • How do I fix CVE-2011-3357?

    To fix CVE-2011-3357, upgrade MantisBT to version 1.2.8 or later, where the vulnerability has been patched.

  • What versions of MantisBT are affected by CVE-2011-3357?

    CVE-2011-3357 affects multiple versions of MantisBT, specifically those prior to version 1.2.8 including 0.19.4, 1.0.2, and 1.2.7.

  • What is a directory traversal vulnerability in the context of CVE-2011-3357?

    A directory traversal vulnerability like CVE-2011-3357 allows attackers to access files and directories outside the intended directory by manipulating file path inputs.

  • Can CVE-2011-3357 lead to serious security risks?

    Yes, CVE-2011-3357 can lead to serious security risks as it can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary files on the server.

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