CVE-2012-1917: Path Traversal

Published Mar 27, 2012
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Updated

compose.php in @Mail WebMail Client in AtMail Open-Source before 1.05 does not properly handle ../ (dot dot slash) sequences in the unique parameter, which allows remote attackers to conduct directory traversal attacks and read arbitrary files via a ..././ (dot dot dot slash dot slash) sequence.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Atmail AtMail Open<=1.04

Event History

Mar 27, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-1917?

CVE-2012-1917 is considered a high severity vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to conduct directory traversal attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-1917?

To fix CVE-2012-1917, upgrade to AtMail Open-Source version 1.05 or later.

3

What kind of attacks can CVE-2012-1917 facilitate?

CVE-2012-1917 can facilitate directory traversal attacks that allow attackers to read arbitrary files on the server.

4

Which versions of AtMail are affected by CVE-2012-1917?

CVE-2012-1917 affects AtMail Open-Source versions prior to 1.05.

5

What is the unique parameter issue in CVE-2012-1917?

CVE-2012-1917 involves the improper handling of ../ sequences in the unique parameter of compose.php.

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