CVE-2007-6290 in SERWeb
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in js/get_js.php in SERWeb 2.0.0 dev1 and earlier allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the (1) mod and (2) js parameters.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/12/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-6290 represents a critical directory traversal flaw within the SERWeb 2.0.0 development version and earlier releases. This security weakness resides in the js/get_js.php component of the web application, where insufficient input validation permits malicious actors to manipulate file path parameters and gain unauthorized access to sensitive system files. The vulnerability specifically affects two parameter fields named mod and js, both of which accept user-supplied input containing directory traversal sequences that can be exploited to navigate outside the intended directory structure.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from improper sanitization of user-supplied parameters in the js/get_js.php script. When attackers submit specially crafted input containing .. (dot dot) sequences in either the mod or js parameters, the application fails to adequately validate or sanitize these inputs before processing them in file system operations. This allows adversaries to traverse directory structures and access files that should remain restricted, potentially including configuration files, source code, or other sensitive data residing on the web server. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-22 as "Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')", which is a fundamental weakness in input validation that has been consistently exploited across numerous web applications.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple information disclosure, as it provides attackers with the capability to access arbitrary files on the affected system. An attacker could potentially retrieve database configuration files containing credentials, application source code revealing implementation details, or system files that could aid in further exploitation. The remote nature of this attack means that no local system access is required, making it particularly dangerous as it can be exploited from anywhere on the internet. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1083 (File and Directory Discovery) and T1566 (Phishing with Malicious Attachments) as attackers can use the discovered information to craft more sophisticated attacks or gain additional system access.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-6290 should focus on implementing proper input validation and sanitization measures within the js/get_js.php script. The most effective approach involves implementing a whitelist-based validation system that only accepts predetermined, safe values for the mod and js parameters, rather than allowing arbitrary user input to directly influence file system operations. Additionally, the application should employ proper path normalization and validation techniques that reject any input containing directory traversal sequences. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls that can detect and block suspicious path traversal patterns, as well as conducting regular security audits to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the web application. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of input validation and proper access controls in preventing unauthorized file system access, and serves as a reminder of the necessity for robust security practices in web application development and maintenance.