CVE-2000-0687 Path traversal in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published 21 Sep 2000 Updated 8 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can read arbitrary files via path traversal in the catdir parameter of Auction Weaver CGI script.

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-2000-0687?

CVE-2000-0687 is a critical path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 Sep 2000. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Auction Weaver CGI script 1.03 and earlier allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) attack in the catdir parameter.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2000-0687?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Cgi Script Center Auction Weaver.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0687?

No fix has been published for CVE-2000-0687 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and resolve every user-supplied path against an allowed base folder before opening it. More about Path traversal.

Is CVE-2000-0687 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2000-0687 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-pqf9-f88f-jphj.