CVE-2012-5641: Path Traversal
First published: Tue Mar 18 2014(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in the partition2 function in mochiweb_util.erl in MochiWeb before 2.4.0, as used in Apache CouchDB before 1.0.4, 1.1.x before 1.1.2, and 1.2.x before 1.2.1, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a ..\ (dot dot backslash) in the default URI.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache CouchDB | <=1.0.3 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.0.0 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.0.1 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.0.2 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.1.0 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.1.1 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.2.0 | |
| Mochiweb | <=2.3.2 | |
| Mochiweb | =2.1.0 | |
| Mochiweb | =2.2.0 | |
| Mochiweb | =2.2.1 | |
| Mochiweb | =2.3.0 | |
| Mochiweb | =2.3.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-5641?
CVE-2012-5641 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5641?
To fix CVE-2012-5641, upgrade to MochiWeb version 2.4.0 or later and ensure your Apache CouchDB is updated to versions 1.0.4, 1.1.2, or 1.2.1 or higher.
What software is affected by CVE-2012-5641?
CVE-2012-5641 affects MochiWeb versions prior to 2.4.0 and Apache CouchDB versions before 1.0.4, along with specific earlier versions.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2012-5641?
CVE-2012-5641 can be exploited through directory traversal attacks, allowing remote attackers to access arbitrary files on the server.
Is CVE-2012-5641 an exploit that requires authentication?
No, CVE-2012-5641 does not require authentication, making it potentially more dangerous for vulnerable setups.
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