CVE-2006-6694 Path traversal in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary PHP code via directory traversal in the language parameter of E-Uploader Pro.
- 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-2006-6694?
CVE-2006-6694 is a high-severity path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 Dec 2006. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Directory traversal vulnerability in include/config.php in E-Uploader Pro 1.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a .. (dot dot) in the language parameter, as demonstrated by uploading a .JPG file containing PHP code, then accessing the file via config.php.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2006-6694?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Scriptsfrenzy.com E-Uploader Pro.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6694?
No fix has been published for CVE-2006-6694 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-2006-6694 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2006-6694 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-j7ch-h557-c442.