CVE-2018-8712: Path Traversal
First published: Wed Mar 14 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Webmin 1.840 and 1.880 when the default Yes setting of "Can view any file as a log file" is enabled. As a result of weak default configuration settings, limited users have full access rights to the underlying Unix system files, allowing the user to read sensitive data from the local system (using Local File Include) such as the '/etc/shadow' file via a "GET /syslog/save_log.cgi?view=1&file=/etc/shadow" request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Webmin Webmin | =1.840 | |
| Webmin Webmin | =1.880 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-8712?
CVE-2018-8712 is a vulnerability in Webmin versions 1.840 and 1.880 that allows limited users to have full access to underlying Unix system files.
How severe is CVE-2018-8712?
CVE-2018-8712 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is classified as critical.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-8712?
Webmin versions 1.840 and 1.880 are affected by CVE-2018-8712.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2018-8712?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2018-8712 is CWE-22.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-8712?
Yes, it is recommended to update to a fixed version of Webmin to address the vulnerability.
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