CVE-2008-5819 describes a directory traversal vulnerability in eDreamers eDNews 2, specifically within the eDNews_archive.php component. This flaw allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files by manipulating the 'lg' parameter with ".. (dot dot)" sequences, provided the magic_quotes_gpc setting is disabled. The vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 6.8 (Medium), indicating it can be exploited over a network with medium complexity, potentially leading to partial confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts. While not listed in CISA KEV, public exploit code exists on ExploitDB, though there is minimal community discussion or media coverage surrounding this older vulnerability.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
2.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:edreamers:ednews:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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