CVE-2008-3363 Path traversal in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary local files via directory traversal in Dokeos E-Learning System, risking code execution and data exposure.
- 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-2008-3363?
CVE-2008-3363 is a high-severity path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 30 Jul 2008. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Directory traversal vulnerability in user_portal.php in the Dokeos E-Learning System 1.8.5 on Windows allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a ..\ (dot dot backslash) in the include parameter.
Weakness: CWE-22
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-3363?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Dokeos E-Learning System.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3363?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-3363 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-2008-3363 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-3363 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as CVE-2008-3120, GHSA-7r38-qg56-j3jr.