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6.8

Aterr 0.9.1 lets attackers run local files

CVE-2008-1962 · published 18 years ago
Summary

The Aterr version 0.9.1 web component can be tricked into loading files from the server’s own file system. By inserting ".." sequences in certain URL parameters, a remote user could cause the system to include and execute files it shouldn’t, potentially exposing data or taking control. Update to a newer, patched version of Aterr or apply the vendor’s recommended configuration changes to block such path navigation.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
chimaera aterr 0.9.1
cpe:2.3:a:chimaera:aterr:0.9.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Aterr 0.9.1 allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the (1) class parameter to include/functions.in...
Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Aterr 0.9.1 allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the (1) class parameter to include/functions.inc.php and the (2) file parameter to include/common.inc.php.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
6.8 Medium
Exploitation
2% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-22Path Traversal
Timeline
Published25 Apr 2008
Updated3 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2008-1962 · NVD
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