CVE-2014-3088: Medium severity ibm sametime meeting server vulnerability

Published Jul 1, 2014
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Updated

stconf.nsf in IBM Sametime Meeting Server 8.5.1 relies on the client to validate the file format used in wAttach?OpenForm multipart/form-data POST requests, which allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended upload restrictions by modifying the Content-Type header and file extension, as demonstrated by replacing a text/plain .txt upload with an application/octet-stream .exe upload.

Affected Software

1 affected component
IBM Sametime Meeting Server=8.5.1

Event History

Jul 1, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-3088?

CVE-2014-3088 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for remote authenticated users to bypass file upload restrictions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-3088?

To fix CVE-2014-3088, ensure that file format validation is properly implemented on the server side, regardless of client inputs.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2014-3088?

CVE-2014-3088 affects IBM Sametime Meeting Server version 8.5.1.

4

Can CVE-2014-3088 lead to arbitrary file upload?

Yes, CVE-2014-3088 can lead to arbitrary file upload due to improper validation of the file format.

5

Is CVE-2014-3088 exploitable remotely?

Yes, CVE-2014-3088 is exploitable remotely by authenticated users through crafted multipart/form-data POST requests.

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