CVE-1999-0268 Code injection in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published Updated

The MetaWeb web server allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary scripts, leading to code execution.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-1999-0268?

CVE-1999-0268 is a critical code injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 7 May 2001. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

MetaInfo MetaWeb web server allows users to upload, execute, and read scripts.

Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0268?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Metainfo Metaweb.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0268?

No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0268 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and never evaluate templates, expressions or code built from user input. More about Code injection.

Is CVE-1999-0268 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-1999-0268 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-pmvg-g2g6-mpp9.

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