#VU35121 Input validation error in GLPI and Debian Linux - CVE-2013-2227

Vulnerability identifier: #VU35121

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 7.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2013-2227

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
GLPI
Web applications / CRM systems
Debian Linux
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: glpi-project
Debian

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

GLPI 0.83.7 has Local File Inclusion in common.tabs.php.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

GLPI: 0.83.7

Debian Linux: 0.83.7 - 8.0

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External links
https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/06/30/10
https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/60692
https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2013-2227
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/122087/GLPI-0.83.7-Parameter-Traversal-Arbitrary-File-Access.html
https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2013-2227

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.