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6.8

Pluck 4.5.1 lets attackers execute arbitrary files

CVE-2008-3194 · published 18 years ago
Summary

The Pluck content management system version 4.5.1 can be tricked into loading files from anywhere on the server by using specially crafted requests. This could let a remote attacker run malicious code and gain control of the site. Update to a patched version or apply the vendor’s recommended fix as soon as possible.

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
pluck pluck 4.5.1
cpe:2.3:a:pluck:pluck:4.5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in data/inc/themes/predefined_variables.php in pluck 4.5.1 allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the...
Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in data/inc/themes/predefined_variables.php in pluck 4.5.1 allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the (1) langpref, (2) file, (3) blogpost, or (4) cat parameter.
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
3% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-22Path Traversal
Timeline
Published16 Jul 2008
Updated30 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2008-3194 · NVD
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