10592 : ColdFusion Server Email Example Script Information Disclosure
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10 months ago

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Disclosure
Aug 07, 2001

Discovery
Unknown

Dates

Exploit
Unknown

Solution
Unknown

Description

 The 'email' example script in ColdFusion Server contains a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue is triggered when sending a HTTP request with a spoofed Host variable in the HTTP header. It is possible that the flaw may allow a remote attacker to view arbitrary files resulting in a loss of confidentiality.

Classification

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

Solution

 Currently, there are no known upgrades or patches to correct this issue. It is possible to correct the flaw by implementing the following workaround: Remove the CFDOCS directory.

Products
Macromedia, Inc.
Watch-list
ColdFusion Server for Windows
Watch-list
 4.x
3.x
2.x
ColdFusion Server for Solaris
Watch-list
 4.x
ColdFusion Server for HP-UX
Watch-list
 4.x
ColdFusion Server for Linux
Watch-list
 4.5.x

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  • Mark Dowd - AvertBrand New Doo Dooavertlabs.com - McAfee Avert(tm) Labs

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