CVE-2009-3068

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the RoboHelpServer Servlet (robohelp/server) in Adobe RoboHelp Server 8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary…

published September 4, 2009

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.6th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
78%
Percentile
99.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unrestricted file upload flaw lets attackers slip in a malicious .jsp file with just a PUBLISH action! 🔥 Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and drop off any dish they want in the kitchen without a chef’s approval. Once that dish is in there, it can be served to unsuspecting diners, potentially causing chaos! An attacker could execute arbitrary code on your server, which means they can do anything from stealing sensitive data to taking complete control of the system. This could lead to major data breaches or service disruptions, and trust me, no one wants a rogue chef running their kitchen!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and drop off any dish they want in the kitchen without a chef’s approval. Once that dish is in there, it can be served to unsuspecting diners, potentially causing chaos! This vulnerability in Adobe RoboHelp Server 8 allows unauthorized file uploads. By uploading a .jsp file during a PUBLISH action, attackers can execute code by accessing that file directly in the reserved web directory under their session ID.

What to do

An attacker could execute arbitrary code on your server, which means they can do anything from stealing sensitive data to taking complete control of the system. This could lead to major data breaches or service disruptions, and trust me, no one wants a rogue chef running their kitchen! To mitigate this risk, ensure you apply the latest patches and updates for Adobe RoboHelp Server 8. Additionally, implement strict file type validations and access controls to prevent unauthorized uploads. Regularly audit your server's directories to catch any suspicious files before they can be exploited! You've got this! With a few simple steps, you'll have your defenses up and running in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.78177 · 99.6th percentile
Published
2009-09-04T18:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 SEP 18:00Z
    Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the RoboHelpServer Servlet (robohelp/server) in Adobe RoboHelp Server 8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary…
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