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CVE-2010-0996

6.0 · MEDIUM

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in e107 before 0.7.20 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code by uploading a .php.filetypesphp file.

Published Apr 20, 2010e107EPSS 1.90%

Overview

CVE-2010-0996 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting e107 e107. It was published on April 20, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.0 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in e107 before 0.7.20 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code by uploading a .php.filetypesphp file. NOTE: the vendor disputes the significance of this issue, noting that "an odd set of preferences and a missing file" are required.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from e107. Update e107 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
e107e1070Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-0996?

CVE-2010-0996 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting e107 e107. It was published on April 20, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.0 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2010-0996?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2010-0996?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from e107. Update e107 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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