CVE-2011-4908: Malicious File Upload

Published Feb 12, 2020
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Updated

TinyBrowser plugin for Joomla! before 1.5.13 allows arbitrary file upload via upload.php.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Tiny Tinybrowser Joomla\!<1.5.13

Event History

Feb 12, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:17 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2011-4908?

CVE-2011-4908 is a vulnerability in the TinyBrowser plugin for Joomla! before version 1.5.13.

2

How does CVE-2011-4908 impact Joomla!?

CVE-2011-4908 allows arbitrary file upload via the upload.php function in the TinyBrowser plugin for Joomla! before version 1.5.13.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2011-4908?

CVE-2011-4908 has a severity rating of 9.8 out of 10, making it critical.

4

How can I fix CVE-2011-4908?

To fix CVE-2011-4908, you should update your Joomla! installation to version 1.5.13 or later and remove the vulnerable TinyBrowser plugin.

5

Is there any additional information about CVE-2011-4908?

For more information about CVE-2011-4908, you can refer to the following resources: [Link 1](https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/12/25/7), [Link 2](https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/9926), [Link 3](https://vulmon.com/vulnerabilitydetails?qid=CVE-2011-4908)

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