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7.5

Achievo allows attacker to run code via file upload

CVE-2008-2742 · published 18 years ago
Summary

Versions 1.2.0 through 1.3.2 of Achievo let anyone upload a file that appears safe but actually contains malicious code, and then run it by visiting the file on the web server. This can let a hacker take control of the server or steal data. Upgrade to a patched version or disable the file‑upload feature and restrict allowed file types.

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
achievo achievo 1.2.0
1.2.1
1.3.0
1.3.1
1.3.2
cpe:2.3:a:achievo:achievo:1.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Unrestricted file upload in the mcpuk file editor (atk/attributes/fck/editor/filemanager/browser/mcpuk/connectors/php/config.php) in Achievo 1.2.0 through 1.3.2 allows remote attackers to execute a...
Unrestricted file upload in the mcpuk file editor (atk/attributes/fck/editor/filemanager/browser/mcpuk/connectors/php/config.php) in Achievo 1.2.0 through 1.3.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with .php followed by a safe extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file in the Achievo root directory. NOTE: this is only a vulnerability in environments that support multiple extensions, such as Apache with the mod_mime module enabled.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
7.5 High
Exploitation
5% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-20Improper Input Validation
Timeline
Published17 Jun 2008
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2008-2742 · NVD
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