JVN#75899905
Fuktommy.com httpd.pl included in its HTML preprocessor vulnerable in allowing an attacker to view arbitrary CGI source code
Overview
Fuktommy.com httpd.pl included in its HTML preprocessor contains a vulnerability which may allow an attacker to view arbitrary CGI source code.
Products Affected
- httpd.pl/0.1-beta10 and earlier
Description
Fuktommy.com httpd.pl included in its HTML preprocessor is an open source web server. It contains a vulnerability which may allow an attacker to view CGI source code in the server as it does not properly handle a specially crafted HTTP request.
Impact
An attacker may be able to view CGI source code that is not intended to be released to the public. Depending on the source code contents, an attacker may be able to get file configuration or account information in the server.
Solution
Update the Software
Apply the latest updates provided by the developer.
For more information, refer to the developer's website.
References
JPCERT/CC Addendum
Vulnerability Analysis by JPCERT/CC
Analyzed on 2007.09.06
Measures | Conditions | Severity |
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Access Required | Routed - can be attacked over the Internet using packets |
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Authentication | None - anonymous or no authentication (IP addresses do not count) |
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User Interaction Required | None - the vulnerability can be exploited without an honest user taking any action |
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Exploit Complexity | Low - little to no expertise and/or luck required to exploit (cross-site scripting) |
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Credit
yamagata21 of webappsec.jp reported this vulnerability to IPA.
JPCERT/CC coordinated with the vendors under Information Security Early Warning Partnership.
Other Information
JPCERT Alert | |
JPCERT Reports | |
CERT Advisory | |
CPNI Advisory | |
TRnotes | |
CVE | |
JVN iPedia |
JVNDB-2007-000647 |