Learn about CVE-2018-20626 affecting PHP Scripts Mall Consumer Reviews Script 4.0.3. Discover the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this directory traversal vulnerability.
Consumer Reviews Script 4.0.3 by PHP Scripts Mall is vulnerable to directory traversal, allowing unauthorized access to files.
Understanding CVE-2018-20626
This CVE involves a security issue in the Consumer Reviews Script 4.0.3 that enables directory traversal attacks.
What is CVE-2018-20626?
The vulnerability in PHP Scripts Mall Consumer Reviews Script 4.0.3 permits attackers to view files in an uploads directory by manipulating requests.
The Impact of CVE-2018-20626
The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files, potentially compromising user data and system integrity.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-20626
The technical aspects of the CVE-2018-20626 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The flaw allows malicious actors to traverse directories and access files by directly requesting a list of files in specific directories.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers exploit the vulnerability by manipulating requests to access files in the uploads directory.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-20626.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates