CVE-2013-2184
First published: Mon Jun 17 2013(Updated: )
Movable Type before 5.2.6 does not properly use the Storable::thaw function, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the comment_state parameter.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/movabletype-opensource | ||
| debian/movabletype-opensource | <=5.1.4+dfsg-4<=5.1.4+dfsg-5 | 5.1.4+dfsg-4+deb7u2 |
| Six Apart Movable Type | <=5.2.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2013/q2/560
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2013/q2/568
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3183
- https://movabletype.org/documentation/appendices/release-notes/movable-type-526-release-notes.html
- http://www.movabletype.org/documentation/appendices/release-notes/movable-type-526-release-notes.html
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2013-2184
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2014-9057
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2015-1592
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=712602
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-2184?
CVE-2013-2184 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2184?
To fix CVE-2013-2184, upgrade Movable Type to version 5.2.6 or later.
Which versions of Movable Type are affected by CVE-2013-2184?
CVE-2013-2184 affects Movable Type versions prior to 5.2.6.
Can CVE-2013-2184 be exploited by attackers?
Yes, CVE-2013-2184 can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
What components are vulnerable in CVE-2013-2184?
CVE-2013-2184 primarily involves the improper use of the Storable::thaw function in the Movable Type application.
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