OSVDB ID: 15423 Title: Maxthon Browser Plug-in readFile / writeFile Traversal Arbitrary File Manipulation |
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Maxthon Browser contains a flaw that allows a remote attacker to read and write from/to files outside of the plug-in's directory. The issue is due to the readFile() and writeFile() API functions not properly sanitizing user input, specifically traversal style attacks (../../), resulting in a loss of confidentiality and integrity. |
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Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Input Manipulation Impact: Loss of Confidentiality, Loss of Integrity Exploit: Exploit Public Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
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Upgrade to version 1.2.2 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. |
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