CVE-2007-5401 File upload in n/a

Medium 6.5 Published 9 Jan 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Authenticated attackers can upload and execute arbitrary ASP files in Layton HelpBox due to insufficient file extension validation.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2007-5401?

CVE-2007-5401 is a medium-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 9 Jan 2008. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in uploadrequest.asp in Layton HelpBox 3.7.1 allows remote authenticated users to upload and execute arbitrary ASP files, related to not properly checking file extensions.

Weakness: CWE-264

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-5401?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Layton Technology Helpbox.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5401?

No fix has been published for CVE-2007-5401 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2007-5401 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-5401 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-f7j8-j35p-xgv9.