CVE-2024-4836: LFI in sites managed by Edito CMS
Web services managed by Edito CMS (Content Management System) in versions from 3.5 through 3.25 leak sensitive data as they allow downloading configuration files by an unauthenticated user. The issue in versions 3.5 - 3.25 was removed in releases which dates from 10th of January 2014. Higher versions were never affected.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Edito CMSto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10th of January 2014 - Compensating control
For web services managed by Edito CMS, prevent unauthenticated users from downloading configuration files (limit access so configuration files cannot be retrieved anonymously) until upgrading past the affected releases (3.5 through 3.25).
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-4836?
CVE-2024-4836 is considered to be a high severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive configuration files.
How do I fix CVE-2024-4836?
To fix CVE-2024-4836, upgrade the Edito CMS to a version released after January 10, 2014, that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-4836?
CVE-2024-4836 affects Edito CMS versions from 3.5 to 3.25, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data.
What type of data is leaked by CVE-2024-4836?
CVE-2024-4836 leaks sensitive configuration files, which could compromise the security of the application.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-4836?
No, CVE-2024-4836 can be exploited by an unauthenticated user, making it particularly dangerous.