OSVDB ID: 12962

Title: O'Reilly WebSite Pro args.cmd Arbitrary Command Execution

Info

Disclosure

Feb 16, 1999

Discovery

Unknown

Dates

Exploit

Unknown

Solution

Unknown

Description

WebSite Pro contains a flaw that may allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands. The issue is triggered due to the 'args.cmd' script not properly sanitizing user-supplied input. It is possible that the flaw may allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands resulting in a loss of integrity.

Classification

Location: Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type: Input Manipulation
Impact: Loss of Integrity
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 demo files.

Products

O'Reilly Media, Inc.

WebSite Pro

2.0

References

Credit

  • Christian Antkow - xianBrand New Doo Dooidsoftware.com -


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