CVE-2008-4188

Unspecified vulnerability in the TYPO3 Secure Directory (kw_secdir) extension before 1.0.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown…

published September 23, 2008

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky vulnerability in the TYPO3 Secure Directory extension could let attackers run arbitrary code — and it’s all due to some mysterious control characters lurking around! 🔍 Think of it like someone slipping a scrawled note into a restaurant's order book, causing the chefs to whip up something completely off-menu. This vulnerability allows those sneaky control characters to manipulate the system in unexpected ways, like an order gone awry! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on your server, leading to unauthorized access and potentially devastating changes. It’s like giving a stranger the keys to your house without knowing what they’ll do inside!

Put simply

Think of it like someone slipping a scrawled note into a restaurant's order book, causing the chefs to whip up something completely off-menu. This vulnerability allows those sneaky control characters to manipulate the system in unexpected ways, like an order gone awry! This vulnerability in TYPO3's Secure Directory extension allows remote attackers to inject control characters, leading to arbitrary code execution. Unfortunately, the exact vectors for this injection are unspecified, adding a layer of mystery to the threat.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on your server, leading to unauthorized access and potentially devastating changes. It’s like giving a stranger the keys to your house without knowing what they’ll do inside! To safeguard your system, update the TYPO3 Secure Directory extension to version 1.0.2 or later as soon as possible. Regularly audit your extensions and configurations to ensure no such vulnerabilities slip through the cracks! You've got this! Stay on top of updates and keep your security game strong! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04063 · 90.6th percentile
Published
2008-09-23T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 SEP 16:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in the TYPO3 Secure Directory (kw_secdir) extension before 1.0.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown…
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