CVE-2008-0481 Path traversal in n/a
Remote attackers can list arbitrary directories and files via path traversal in the RTE file browser, exposing sensitive information.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2008-0481?
CVE-2008-0481 is a medium-severity path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 29 Jan 2008. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Directory traversal vulnerability in RTE_file_browser.asp in Web Wiz Rich Text Editor 4.0 allows remote attackers to list arbitrary directories, and .txt and .zip files, via a .....\\\ in the sub parameter in a save action.
Weakness: CWE-22
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-0481?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Web Wiz Rich Text Editor.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0481?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-0481 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-2008-0481 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-0481 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-w6mv-fhrx-pfw7.