CVE-2008-1270
Description
mod_userdir in lighttpd 1.4.18 and earlier, when userdir.path is not set, uses a default of $HOME, which might allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files, as demonstrated by accessing the ~nobody directory.
Predictions
Heuristic predictions, AS-IS, for prioritization only.
Mitigations
No mitigations published for this CVE yet.
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Exploits
Public proof-of-concept code below. AS-IS, for defenders and authorised testing only.
Exploit-DB
Lighttpd 1.4.x - mod_userdir Information Disclosure
source: https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28226/info
The 'lighttpd' program is prone to a vulnerability that may allow attackers to access sensitive information because the application fails to properly handle exceptional conditions.
Information obtained may aid in further attacks.
This issue affects lighttpd 1.4.18; other versions may also be vulnerable.
http://www.example.com/~nobody/etc/passwd OS impact
Debian Fixed 5 releases
| Version | Status | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| trixie | Fixed | 1.4.19-1 |
| sid | Fixed | 1.4.19-1 |
| forky | Fixed | 1.4.19-1 |
| bullseye | Fixed | 1.4.19-1 |
| bookworm | Fixed | 1.4.19-1 |
References
Community-verified mitigations for this CVE will appear above when contributors publish them.
Verify integrity in audit chain (admin only). AS-IS.