CVE-2016-7982: Path Traversal
First published: Wed Jan 18 2017(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in ecrire/exec/valider_xml.php in SPIP 3.1.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to enumerate the files on the system via the var_url parameter in a valider_xml action.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Spip | <=3.1.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/05/17
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/06/6
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/12/8
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93451
- https://core.spip.net/projects/spip/repository/revisions/23200
- https://sysdream.com/news/lab/2016-10-19-spip-3-1-1-3-1-2-file-enumeration-path-traversal-cve-2016-7982/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7982?
CVE-2016-7982 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to enumerate files on the server.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7982?
To fix CVE-2016-7982, upgrade SPIP to version 3.1.3 or later, which contains the necessary security patches.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-7982?
CVE-2016-7982 affects SPIP versions 3.1.2 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7982?
CVE-2016-7982 is a directory traversal vulnerability.
Can CVE-2016-7982 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-7982 can be exploited remotely via the var_url parameter.
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