CVE-2013-10067: File Upload RCE

Description

Glossword versions 1.8.8 through 1.8.12 contain an authenticated arbitrary file upload vulnerability. When deployed as a standalone application, the administrative interface (gw_admin.php) allows users with administrator privileges to upload files to the gw_temp/a/ directory. Due to insufficient validation of file type and path, attackers can upload and execute PHP payloads, resulting in remote code execution.

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Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload

References

Other References

https://github.com/glosswordteam/Glossword https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/master/modules/exploits/multi/http/glossword_upload_exec.rb https://sourceforge.net/projects/glossword/ https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/24456 https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/24548 https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/glossword-arbitrary-file-upload-rce https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/24456

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-10067? +

Glossword versions 1.8.8 through 1.8.12 contain an authenticated arbitrary file upload vulnerability. When deployed as a standalone application, the administrative interface (gw_admin.php) allows users with administrator privileges to upload files to the gw_temp/a/ directory. Due to insufficient validation of file type and path, attackers can upload and execute PHP payloads, resulting in remote code execution.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2013-10067? +

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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