CVE-2009-4090 File upload in n/a

High 7.5 Published 27 Nov 2009 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by uploading a malicious file with a NULL byte in the filename to the comment script.

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-2009-4090?

CVE-2009-4090 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 27 Nov 2009. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in ajax/addComment.php in telepark.wiki 2.4.23 and earlier script allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with a name containing a NULL byte.

Weakness: CWE-20

Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-4090?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Telepark Telepark.wiki.

How do I fix CVE-2009-4090?

No fix has been published for CVE-2009-4090 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2009-4090 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2009-4090 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-w4vm-m7j6-rx67.