CVE-2008-4501 Path traversal in n/a

Critical 9.0 Published 8 Oct 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Authenticated remote attackers can overwrite or create arbitrary files via path traversal in the RNTO command of Serv-U FTP server.

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-2008-4501?

CVE-2008-4501 is a critical path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 8 Oct 2008. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Directory traversal vulnerability in the FTP server in Serv-U 7.0.0.1 through 7.3, including 7.2.0.1, allows remote authenticated users to overwrite or create arbitrary files via a ..\ (dot dot backslash) in the RNTO command.

Weakness: CWE-22

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-4501?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Solarwinds Serv-U File Server.

How do I fix CVE-2008-4501?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-4501 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-2008-4501 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-4501 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-8qhh-m552-8qvf.