Title: GNUMP3d Server Traversal Arbitrary File Access
Info
Disclosure
Oct 28, 2005
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Oct 28, 2005
Solution
Unknown
Description
GNUMP3d contains a flaw that allows a remote attacker to access arbitrary files outside of the web path. The issue is due to the program not properly sanitizing user input, specifically traversal style attacks (../../).
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
OSVDB:
Web Related
Solution
Upgrade to version 2.9.6 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.