CVE-2008-3178 File upload in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by uploading a PHP file disguised as a JPEG image in WebXell Editor.
- 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-2008-3178?
CVE-2008-3178 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Jul 2008. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in upload_pictures.php in WebXell Editor 0.1.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a .php file with a jpeg content type, then accessing it via a direct request to the file in upload/.
Weakness: CWE-20
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-3178?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Webxell Webxell Editor.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3178?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-3178 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2008-3178 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-3178 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-fw2x-37cc-fvp5.