CVE-2011-1584:The CVE-2011-1584 vulnerability in Dotclear before version 2.2.3 allows remote authenticated users to upload and execute arbitrary PHP code via the media_path or media_file parameter.

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The updateFile function in inc/core/class.dc.media.php in the Media Manager in Dotclear before 2.2.3 does not properly restrict pathnames, which can be exploited by remote authenticated users to upload and execute arbitrary PHP code via the media_path or media_file parameter.

Overview

This vulnerability in Dotclear allows authenticated remote attackers to upload and execute malicious PHP code on the server, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or further compromise of the affected system.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their Dotclear installation to version 2.2.3 or later, which contains a fix for this issue. Additionally, it is recommended to review and restrict user permissions for uploading files to prevent unauthorized execution of code.

References

  1. [oss-security] 20110413 CVE request: dotclear before 2.2.3 - http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/04/13/19
  2. [oss-security] 20110415 Re: CVE request: dotclear before 2.2.3 - http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/04/15/7
  3. [oss-security] 20110415 Re: CVE request: dotclear before 2.2.3 - http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/04/15/11
  4. http://fr.dotclear.org/blog/post/2011/04/01/Dotclear-2.2.3
  5. http://dotclear.org/blog/post/2011/04/01/Dotclear-2.2.3
  6. http://www.arcabit.com/english/home/a-flaw-in-dotclear
  7. http://dev.dotclear.org/2.0/changeset/2:3427
  8. Secunia Advisory 44049 - http://secunia.com/advisories/44049
  9. [oss-security] 20110414 Re: CVE request: dotclear before 2.2.3 - http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/04/14/8

Industry ExposureMost to least
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  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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