26772 : Webmin/Usermin simplify_path() Failure Arbitrary File Disclosure
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Disclosure
Jun 29, 2006

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Unknown

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Solution
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Description

 Webmin / Usermin contain a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue is triggered when an unspecified error occurs during URL handling by simplify_path() function, which will disclose files content information resulting in a loss of confidentiality.

Classification

 Location: Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type: Information Disclosure
Impact: Loss of Confidentiality
Exploit: Exploit Rumored / Private
OSVDB: Web Related

Solution

 Upgrade to Webmin version 1.290, Usermin version 1.220, or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.

Products
Webmin
Watch-list
Webmin
Watch-list
 1.280
Usermin
Watch-list
Usermin
Watch-list
 1.210

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Credit
  • Kenny Chen - Webmin

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