CVE-2010-10012: Path Traversal

Description

A path traversal vulnerability exists in httpdasm version 0.92, a lightweight Windows HTTP server, that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files on the host system. By sending a specially crafted GET request containing a sequence of URL-encoded backslashes and directory traversal patterns, an attacker can escape the web root and access sensitive files outside of the intended directory.

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Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-22 Path Traversal

References

Other References

https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/master/modules/auxiliary/scanner/http/httpdasm_directory_traversal.rb https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/15861 https://www.japheth.de/httpdASM.html https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/httpasm-path-traversal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-10012? +

A path traversal vulnerability exists in httpdasm version 0.92, a lightweight Windows HTTP server, that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files on the host system. By sending a specially crafted GET request containing a sequence of URL-encoded backslashes and directory traversal patterns, an attacker can escape the web root and access sensitive files outside of the intended directory.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2010-10012? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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